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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Tomatoes
Wash the fresh tomatoes and chop them into small pieces. You can also slice them if you prefer.
- 2
Prepare the Mozzarella
Drain the fresh mozzarella cheese and cut it into small cubes or slices.
- 3
Prepare the Basil
Rinse the fresh basil leaves under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel. Tear the leaves into smaller pieces if they're large.
Assembly
- 4
Combine Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil leaves.
- 5
Dress the Salad
Drizzle the olive oil over the mixture and sprinkle with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 6
Toss the Ingredients
Gently toss everything together until well combined, making sure the ingredients are evenly coated with olive oil and seasoning.
Serving
- 7
Serve
Serve the Margherita salad immediately on a platter or individual plates. Enjoy fresh!