Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsOrsoCaprese Recipe

Caprese Recipe

Inspired by Orso
Time15m
Serves4

VINE RIPENED TOMATOES, FRESH MOZZARELLA, BASIL, EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL, SEA SALT, BALSAMIC

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Ingredients

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Caprese Salad Ingredients

Method

Preparation Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Wash the vine-ripened tomatoes and slice them into thick rounds. Slice the fresh mozzarella into similar thick rounds.

  2. 2

    Arrange the Salad

    On a serving platter, alternate layers of sliced tomatoes and mozzarella in a circular pattern. Tuck fresh basil leaves in between the layers.

  3. 3

    Dress the Salad

    Drizzle extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the arranged tomatoes and mozzarella. Sprinkle sea salt to taste.

  4. 4

    Serve

    Serve immediately as an appetizer or side dish.

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