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Caprese Salad

This Caprese salad combines fresh, ripe tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil leaves arranged to highlight their vibrant colors and textures. The dish is finished with a drizzle of olive oil and a touch of salt and pepper, resulting in a bright, juicy, and tender salad with contrasting silky and firm elements.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 3 medium ripe tomatoes sliced into rounds
  • 8 oz fresh mozzarella sliced into rounds
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves whole leaves
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • to taste salt preferably sea salt or kosher salt
  • to taste fresh black pepper

Equipment

  • Sharp knife
  • Serving Plate

Method
 

  1. Arrange the sliced tomatoes and mozzarella slices alternately on a serving plate, creating a colorful circle or pattern that showcases each ingredient’s vibrant color.
  2. Tuck the whole basil leaves in between the tomato and mozzarella slices, scattering them evenly across the plate for a burst of aroma and color.
  3. Drizzle the olive oil evenly over the assembled salad, allowing it to shimmer and seep into the layers, enhancing the flavor and texture.
  4. Sprinkle salt and freshly ground black pepper over the top, adjusting to taste, to bring out the natural flavors of the ingredients.
  5. Gently serve the salad immediately, enjoying the visual appeal and the fresh, juicy bites with each forkful.