How To Make Caprese Salad

 



Description: Caprese Salad is a delightful and refreshing Italian dish that highlights the flavors of ripe tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and fragrant basil. Drizzled with extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze, this salad is perfect as an appetizer, side dish, or light meal.

Ingredients:

4 ripe tomatoes, sliced
1 pound fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
1 bunch fresh basil leaves
Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
Balsamic glaze or balsamic vinegar, for drizzling
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions:

Prepare the Ingredients

Slice the tomatoes and mozzarella cheese into even slices.
Wash and dry the basil leaves.


Assemble the Salad

On a large platter, arrange the tomato slices, mozzarella slices, and basil leaves in an alternating pattern.
You can create a circular arrangement or line them up in rows, whichever you prefer.


Drizzle with Olive Oil and Balsamic

Drizzle the extra-virgin olive oil over the arranged tomato, mozzarella, and basil.
If using, drizzle the balsamic glaze or balsamic vinegar over the salad for added flavor.


Season and Serve

Sprinkle the salad with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Serve immediately and enjoy!

This Caprese Salad is a beautiful and flavorful dish that's perfect for any occasion. The combination of juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fresh basil is a true taste of summer. 

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