Name: Caprese Salad
Total time: 10 min
Ingredients: 8 ripe plum tomatoes, sliced; 2 balls of mozzarella (or vegetarian alternative),sliced; handful of basil leaves; 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar

Caprese Salad

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Caprese Salad

Caprese salad is a refreshing and colorful Italian salad that typically consists of sliced fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, and fresh basil leaves. It is a perfect summer salad that celebrates the flavors of the Mediterranean, and it is easy to prepare with just a few simple ingredients. The key to a delicious Caprese salad is to use the freshest ingredients possible and to season it with good quality olive oil, balsamic vinegar,salt, and pepper. Whether you're looking for a light lunch, a side dish for a BBQ, or a simple appetizer, Caprese salad is always a crowd-pleaser.

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Total Time 10 mins

Course Salad

Servings

Calories 242 kcal

Ingredients

8 ripe plum tomatoes, sliced
2 balls of mozzarella (or vegetarian alternative),sliced
handful of basil leaves
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 tbsp balsamic vinegar

Instructions

Begin by arranging slices of tomato and mozzarella on a platter in an alternating pattern, placing a slice of tomato followed by a slice of mozzarella and repeating until all slices have been used.
Sprinkle fresh basil leaves over the slices of tomato and mozzarella.
Generously season the salad with salt and black pepper, making sure to cover all of the ingredients evenly.
Drizzle olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the top of the salad, making sure to coat all of the ingredients.
Serve the Caprese salad immediately while the ingredients are still fresh and flavorful.