Jul 14 2026

Hh - Caprese Salad Recipe

Time15m
Serves4

salad tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, fresh basil, & red onion

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Ingredients

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Caprese Salad Ingredients

Method

Preparation Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the ingredients

    Wash the tomatoes and basil leaves. Slice the tomatoes and mozzarella into thick slices. Thinly slice the red onion.

  2. 2

    Assemble the salad

    On a large serving platter, alternate layers of tomato slices, mozzarella slices, and basil leaves. Scatter the sliced red onion on top.

  3. 3

    Dress the salad

    Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the salad. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

  4. 4

    Serve

    Serve immediately as a refreshing appetizer or side dish.