Caprese Recipe
roma tomatoes, fior di latte cheese, black olives, E.V.O.O. and fresh basil
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Ingredients
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Vegetables
Cheese
Olives
Condiments
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Wash the Roma tomatoes and fresh basil leaves thoroughly under cold water. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
- 2
Slice the Tomatoes
Cut the Roma tomatoes into even slices, about 1/4 inch thick. Arrange the slices on a serving platter.
- 3
Slice the Cheese
Cut the fior di latte cheese into slices similar in thickness to the tomatoes. Place the cheese slices on top of the tomato slices.
- 4
Add Olives
Pit the black olives if they are not already pitted, then slice them in half. Scatter the olives over the tomatoes and cheese.
- 5
Garnish with Basil
Tear the fresh basil leaves into smaller pieces and sprinkle them over the entire dish for garnish.
Finishing Touches
- 6
Drizzle with E.V.O.O.
Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil over the assembled Caprese salad generously.
- 7
Season
Sprinkle salt over the salad to taste, enhancing the flavors of the fresh ingredients.
- 8
Serve
Serve immediately as an appetizer or side dish, enjoying the fresh and vibrant flavors of the Caprese.
