Caprese Salad Recipe
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Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
Method
Preparation Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Start by gathering all the ingredients. Wash the tomatoes and basil leaves under cold water.
- 2
Slice the Mozzarella
Cut the fresh mozzarella cheese into 0.5-inch thick slices. Set aside.
- 3
Slice the Tomatoes
Cut the tomatoes into slices roughly the same thickness as the mozzarella. You can use beefsteak or heirloom tomatoes for the best flavor.
- 4
Arrange the Salad
On a large serving platter, alternate layers of mozzarella slices and tomato slices, slightly overlapping them. Tuck fresh basil leaves in between the layers for a burst of flavor.
- 5
Drizzle with Dressing
In a small bowl, mix together the extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Drizzle this mixture over the arranged salad.
- 6
Season the Salad
Sprinkle the salad with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 7
Serve
Serve the caprese salad immediately as a fresh appetizer or side dish.