Caprese Salad Recipe
Fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil with olive oil.
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Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Slice the Ingredients
Begin by slicing the fresh mozzarella into rounds about 1/2 inch thick. Then, slice the ripe tomatoes into similar thickness rounds.
- 2
Arrange the Salad
On a large plate or serving dish, alternate the slices of mozzarella and tomatoes, overlapping them slightly to create an attractive presentation.
- 3
Add Basil
Tuck fresh basil leaves between the layers of mozzarella and tomato to add flavor and color to the salad.
- 4
Drizzle with Olive Oil
Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil evenly over the arranged salad, ensuring all ingredients are lightly coated.
- 5
Add Balsamic Vinegar
Sprinkle the balsamic vinegar over the salad for an additional layer of flavor.
- 6
Season
Finally, sprinkle salt and black pepper over the salad to taste, enhancing all the flavors.