Caprese Salad Recipe
spinach, mozzarella, basil, tomato, balsamic reduction, honey balsamic dressing
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Ingredients
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Salad Base
Dressings
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Wash the fresh spinach and basil leaves under cold water. Pat dry with a clean kitchen towel. Slice the ripe tomatoes into thick rounds and the fresh mozzarella into similar-sized slices.
Assembly
- 2
Layer the Salad
On a large serving platter or individual plates, start by laying the spinach as the base. Then, alternate layers of sliced tomatoes and mozzarella on top of the spinach. Tuck fresh basil leaves throughout the salad for added flavor.
Dressing
- 3
Add the Dressings
Drizzle the balsamic reduction evenly over the layered salad. Follow with the honey balsamic dressing, adding it to taste. You can adjust the amount based on your preference for sweetness.
Serving
- 4
Serve
Serve the Caprese salad immediately as a fresh appetizer or side dish. Enjoy!