Insalata Caprese
Ripe tomatoes, creamy buffalo mozzarella, and fresh basil dressed in olive oil and balsamic vinegar. A 10-minute Italian classic that tastes like summer.
- Total time
- 10 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 285
- Protein
- 18g
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Ingredients
- 2 whole ripe tomatoes (large)
- 8 oz buffalo mozzarella
- 10 leaves fresh basil leaves
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
Instructions
- 1
Slice tomatoes into 1/4-inch rounds. Pat mozzarella dry with paper towels, then slice into similar-thickness rounds.
- 2
On a plate, layer tomato and mozzarella slices, alternating and slightly overlapping. Tuck basil leaves between layers.
- 3
Drizzle olive oil and balsamic vinegar evenly over the top. Season with a pinch of salt and freshly cracked pepper.
- 4
Serve immediately at room temperature.
Tools you’ll need
- sharp chef's knife
- cutting board
- paper towels
- serving plate
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