Caprese Salad

Caprese Salad

Caprese Salad

Veg

Alternating slices of ripe tomato and fresh buffalo mozzarella, draped with basil leaves and a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil.

Cuisines

Italian

Best for

Lunch Dinner

Build a full meal around Caprese Salad

Get a matched combo of sides and accents

Recipe

Prep: 15 min 2-3 servings

Ingredients

Tomato 3 medium Tomato , chopped
Mozzarella Cheese 8 ounces Mozzarella Cheese , fresh
Basil 1 cup Basil , fresh leaves
olive oil 2 tablespoons Olive oil , extra virgin
balsamic vinegar 1 tablespoon Balsamic vinegar
salt — Salt , to taste
Black Pepper — Black Pepper , freshly ground to taste

Instructions

  1. 1 Wash and slice the tomatoes into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
  2. 2 Slice the fresh mozzarella cheese into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
  3. 3 Arrange the tomato and mozzarella slices on a platter, alternating between them.
  4. 4 Tuck fresh basil leaves between the slices of tomato and mozzarella.
  5. 5 Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the salad.
  6. 6 Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  7. 7 Serve immediately or let it sit for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Tips

For the best flavor, use high-quality mozzarella and ripe, in-season tomatoes.