Caprese Salad Recipe
Fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil drizzled with balsamic reduction.
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Ingredients
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Caprese Salad Ingredients
Method
Preparation Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Start by rinsing the tomatoes and basil leaves under cold water. Pat them dry with a clean towel.
- 2
Slice the Tomatoes
Cut the medium tomatoes into thick slices, about 1/2 inch thick. Arrange them on a serving platter.
- 3
Slice the Mozzarella
Slice the fresh mozzarella into rounds of a similar thickness as the tomatoes. Layer the mozzarella slices on top of the tomato slices on the platter.
- 4
Add Basil Leaves
Tuck the fresh basil leaves between the slices of tomato and mozzarella for a beautiful presentation.
- 5
Drizzle with Balsamic Reduction and Olive Oil
Drizzle the balsamic reduction evenly over the salad. Follow it up with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil for added flavor.
- 6
Season to Taste
Sprinkle salt and black pepper over the salad to taste, enhancing the freshness of the ingredients.
- 7
Serve
Serve the Caprese salad immediately, either as a starter or a light meal.