Caprese Salad Recipe
Fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil drizzled with balsamic glaze.
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Ingredients
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Caprese Salad Ingredients
Method
Caprese Salad Directions
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Wash the tomatoes and basil leaves thoroughly. Pat dry with a clean towel.
- 2
Slice the Mozzarella
Cut the fresh mozzarella into thick slices, about 1/4 inch each.
- 3
Slice the Tomatoes
Cut the tomatoes into similar thickness as the mozzarella slices.
- 4
Assemble the Salad
On a serving platter, alternate layers of mozzarella slices, tomato slices, and basil leaves. Start with mozzarella, followed by a tomato slice, then a basil leaf, and continue the pattern until all ingredients are used.
- 5
Drizzle the Dressings
Drizzle the balsamic glaze and extra virgin olive oil over the assembled salad.
- 6
Season the Salad
Sprinkle salt and black pepper over the salad to taste.
- 7
Serve
Serve immediately while fresh, optionally garnishing with additional basil leaves.
