Caprese Salad Recipe
Fresh tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, basil, olive oil, topped with balsamic glaze.
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Ingredients
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Salad Base
Dressing
Method
Preparation
- 1
Wash the fresh tomatoes thoroughly under running water and dry them with a clean towel. Cut them into thick slices or wedges, depending on your preference.
- 2
Slice the fresh mozzarella cheese into similar thickness as the tomatoes.
- 3
Rinse the fresh basil leaves under cold water and pat dry with a paper towel.
Assembly
- 4
On a large serving platter or individual plates, alternate layers of sliced tomatoes and mozzarella cheese. Start with a tomato slice, followed by a mozzarella slice, and continue the pattern until all ingredients are used.
- 5
Tuck fresh basil leaves in between the layers for color and flavor.
Dressing
- 6
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic glaze, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- 7
Drizzle the dressing over the assembled salad just before serving, ensuring an even coverage.
