Caprese Salad
A classic Italian salad featuring ripe tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fresh basil drizzled with quality olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Light, refreshing, and perfect as an appetizer or side dish.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 280
- Protein
- 14g
Ingredients
- 2 medium ripe tomatoes
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella
- 8 leaves fresh basil leaves
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- ½ tsp sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Slice the tomatoes into 0.25-inch thick rounds. Pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- 2
Slice the fresh mozzarella into 0.25-inch thick rounds of similar size to the tomato slices.
- 3
Arrange tomato and mozzarella slices alternately on a serving plate, slightly overlapping.
- 4
Tuck fresh basil leaves between the tomato and mozzarella slices.
- 5
Drizzle the olive oil and balsamic vinegar evenly over the salad.
- 6
Season with sea salt and black pepper to taste. Serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- cutting board
- chef's knife
- serving plate
- paper towels
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