Mozarella Caprese Recipe
Vine-ripe tomatoes, fresh basil and roasted peppers
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Ingredients
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Method
Preparation
- 1
Slice the Tomatoes and Mozzarella
Wash the vine-ripe tomatoes and slice them into thick rounds. Slice the fresh mozzarella cheese into similar thickness rounds.
- 2
Prepare Roasted Peppers
If using whole roasted red peppers, slice them into strips. If using jarred peppers, drain and pat dry with a paper towel.
Assembly
- 3
Layer the Ingredients
On a serving platter, alternate layers of sliced tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and roasted red peppers. Start with a layer of tomatoes, followed by mozzarella, and then peppers, repeating until all ingredients are used.
- 4
Add Fresh Basil
Tuck fresh basil leaves between the layers for added flavor and presentation.
Finishing Touch
- 5
Drizzle and Season
Drizzle the assembled salad with extra virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper to taste.