Caprese Salad
A fresh and vibrant dish featuring ripe tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil, perfect for a light appetizer or side salad.
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Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 250kcal
Ingredients
- 3 ripe tomatoes sliced
- 200 g fresh mozzarella sliced
- Fresh basil leaves
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Balsamic vinegar optional
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients: tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, olive oil, and seasonings.
- Rinse the tomatoes and basil leaves under cold water.
- Slice the tomatoes into thick rounds.
- Slice the fresh mozzarella into similar thickness as the tomatoes.
- On a serving platter, alternate layers of tomato and mozzarella slices.
- Tuck fresh basil leaves between layers of tomato and mozzarella.
- Drizzle extra virgin olive oil generously over the salad.
- If desired, add a splash of balsamic vinegar for extra flavor.
- Season with salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately for the best flavor and freshness.
Nutrition
Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 20g | Fiber: 1g