Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsPascolo RistoranteInsalata Caprese Recipe

Insalata Caprese Recipe

Inspired by Pascolo Ristorante
Time30m
Serves4

sliced tomatoes, mozzarella, basil-pinenut pesto

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Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

Pesto Ingredients

Method

Salad Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Salad

    Slice the ripe tomatoes and fresh mozzarella into thick slices. Arrange them alternately on a serving platter.

  2. 2

    Add Basil

    Tuck fresh basil leaves in between the slices of tomatoes and mozzarella.

Pesto Preparation

  1. 3

    Make the Pesto

    In a food processor, combine pine nuts, fresh basil, garlic cloves, and parmesan cheese. Pulse until finely chopped.

  2. 4

    Blend and Season

    With the processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the mixture is smooth. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Final Assembly

  1. 5

    Combine and Serve

    Drizzle the basil-pinenut pesto over the arranged salad. Serve immediately.

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