Caprese Salad
Caprese Salad
Ingredients
For the Caprese Salad
- 3 ripe tomatoes, large, such as beefsteak or heirloom, sliced 1/4-inch thick
- 1 pound fresh mozzarella, preferably buffalo mozzarella or fresh mozzarella balls, sliced 1/4-inch thick
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, packed, whole or torn into smaller pieces
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, high quality
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze, optional, for drizzling
Instructions
- 1
On a large serving platter or individual plates, arrange alternating slices of ripe tomatoes and fresh mozzarella. Overlap them slightly to create an appealing visual.
⏱️ 8 min
- 2
Distribute the fresh basil leaves evenly over and between the tomato and mozzarella slices.
⏱️ 2 min
- 3
Evenly drizzle the high-quality extra virgin olive oil over the entire salad. Ensure all components receive some oil.
⏱️ 2 min
- 4
Season generously with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. For best flavor, serve immediately.
⏱️ 2 min
- 5
If desired, lightly drizzle the balsamic glaze over the salad just before serving for an additional layer of sweet and tangy flavor.
⏱️ 1 min
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Caprese Salad
Ingredients
For the Caprese Salad
- 3 ripe tomatoes, large, such as beefsteak or heirloom, sliced 1/4-inch thick
- 1 pound fresh mozzarella, preferably buffalo mozzarella or fresh mozzarella balls, sliced 1/4-inch thick
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, packed, whole or torn into smaller pieces
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, high quality
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze, optional, for drizzling
Instructions
- 1
On a large serving platter or individual plates, arrange alternating slices of ripe tomatoes and fresh mozzarella. Overlap them slightly to create an appealing visual.
⏱️ 8 min - 2
Distribute the fresh basil leaves evenly over and between the tomato and mozzarella slices.
⏱️ 2 min - 3
Evenly drizzle the high-quality extra virgin olive oil over the entire salad. Ensure all components receive some oil.
⏱️ 2 min - 4
Season generously with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. For best flavor, serve immediately.
⏱️ 2 min - 5
If desired, lightly drizzle the balsamic glaze over the salad just before serving for an additional layer of sweet and tangy flavor.
⏱️ 1 min