Mozzarella Caprese Recipe
Homemade mozzarella served with tomatoes, fresh basil, and extra-virgin olive oil.
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
Method
Directions
- 1
Prepare the Mozzarella
If making homemade mozzarella, follow a recipe to prepare it and let it cool in a bowl of ice water. Otherwise, slice the store-bought mozzarella into thick rounds.
- 2
Slice the Tomatoes
Wash and slice the fresh tomatoes into thick slices, ensuring they are ripe and juicy.
- 3
Assemble the Caprese
On a serving plate, alternate layers of mozzarella and tomato slices. Tuck fresh basil leaves in between each layer.
- 4
Drizzle with Olive Oil
Drizzle the extra-virgin olive oil over the assembled mozzarella and tomatoes.
- 5
Season
Sprinkle salt and black pepper to taste over the Caprese salad.
