Caprese Salad
Fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, and basil — the colors of the Italian flag on a plate.
Healthy
Quick & Easy
Ingredients
- 3 large ripe tomatoes, sliced 1cm thick
- 250g fresh mozzarella (buffalo if available), sliced
- Fresh basil leaves
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Flaky sea salt
- Freshly cracked black pepper
- Balsamic glaze (optional)
Instructions
- 1 Slice tomatoes and mozzarella into even rounds, about 1cm thick.
- 2 Arrange alternating slices of tomato and mozzarella on a serving plate, overlapping slightly.
- 3 Tuck fresh basil leaves between the slices.
- 4 Drizzle generously with extra virgin olive oil.
- 5 Season with flaky sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper.
- 6 Add a drizzle of balsamic glaze if desired. Serve immediately at room temperature.
About This Recipe
Insalata Caprese is the ultimate no-cook Italian dish. Originating from the island of Capri, it showcases three simple ingredients at their peak: creamy buffalo mozzarella, sun-ripened tomatoes, and fragrant basil.
The key is using the best quality ingredients you can find — this dish has nowhere to hide. A drizzle of excellent olive oil and a crack of black pepper is all you need.
