🍅 Caprese Salad with Fresh Mozzarella & Basil

By RichardObradovic | Italian | May 02, 2025

Description

🌿 A simple and beautiful Italian salad with ripe tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil — drizzled with olive oil and a touch of balsamic.

Ingredients

🍅 3 ripe tomatoes (Roma or heirloom)

🧀 200g fresh mozzarella (sliced)

🌿 Fresh basil leaves

🛢️ 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

🍇 1 tsp balsamic glaze (optional)

🧂 Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Preparation

1. 🔪 Slice tomatoes and mozzarella into even rounds.

2. 🍽️ Arrange them alternately on a plate: tomato, mozzarella, basil.

3. 🛢️ Drizzle with olive oil and (if using) balsamic glaze.

4. 🧂 Season with salt and pepper to taste.

5. 🌿 Serve immediately as a light starter or side dish.

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