Caprese Recipe
Heirloom Tomatoes, Mozzarella, Red Onions, Basil, Balsamic Reduction
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Vegetables
Wash the heirloom tomatoes and slice them into 1/4 inch thick slices. Peel and thinly slice the red onion.
- 2
Slice the Mozzarella
Slice the fresh mozzarella into 1/4 inch thick rounds.
- 3
Assemble the Caprese
On a large serving platter, alternate layers of tomato slices, mozzarella slices, and red onion slices. Tuck fresh basil leaves between the layers.
- 4
Season and Dress
Drizzle the olive oil and balsamic reduction over the arranged salad. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 5
Serve
Serve immediately as a fresh appetizer or side dish.
