Insalata Caprese Salad
A simple yet elegant salad from the Italian region of Campania using only the freshest quality ingredients, preferably from your own garden!
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 8 ripe tomatoes sliced 1/4-inch thick
- 1 lb. fresh mozzarella cheese sliced 1/4-inch thick
- 1/3 c. fresh basil leaves
- Good quality extra virgin olive oil for drizzling
- Sea salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste
- balsamic vinegar for drizzling, optional
Instructions
- On a pretty platter, alternate slices of tomato and mozzarella.
- Garnish generously with basil leaves.
- Drizzle a good quality olive oil overall.
- Sprinkle with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately.
- Cook's Note: Although not traditional, I like to drizzle balsamic vinegar over the salad too!
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