Caprese Salad Recipe
Fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil drizzled with balsamic glaze.
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Ingredients
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Caprese Salad Ingredients
Method
Preparation Directions
- 1
Prepare Ingredients
Start by gathering all your ingredients: fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, fresh basil leaves, balsamic glaze, extra virgin olive oil, and seasonings.
- 2
Slice Mozzarella
Cut the fresh mozzarella cheese into approximately 1/4 inch thick slices and set aside.
- 3
Slice Tomatoes
Wash the ripe tomatoes and slice them into 1/4 inch thick rounds.
- 4
Layer the Salad
On a large serving plate, alternate the slices of mozzarella and tomatoes in a circular pattern, slightly overlapping them.
- 5
Add Basil
Tuck fresh basil leaves in between the layers of mozzarella and tomatoes for added flavor and color.
- 6
Drizzle with Dressing
Drizzle the balsamic glaze and extra virgin olive oil over the entire salad.
- 7
Season
Sprinkle salt and black pepper to taste over the salad.
- 8
Serve
Serve immediately while fresh. Enjoy your delicious Caprese salad!