This simple but classic salad features the green, white, and red of the Italian flag where this dish originated. Usually served as an appetizer or side, this dish is a refreshing addition to any meal.
What you will need
12 oz fresh Mozzarella
2 slicing Tomatoes
.5 oz fresh Basil
2 Tbsp Olive Oil
pinch Salt
pinch ground Black Pepper
(Nutritional facts 395 calories, 25 g fat, 37.98 g carbohydrates, 7.42 g protein, 11 mg cholesterol, 970 mg sodium)How to cook
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Gather all ingredients.
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Portion ingredients.
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Slice your ripe tomatoes.
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Slice mozarella.
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Choose a few nice leaves of basil and pick them off the stem. The basil will be layered in whole leaves between the tomato and mozzarella.
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Assemble your caprese salad by layering mozzarella, tomato and basil in a circle around a bowl, or in a line on a plate.
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Season with salt, pepper and olive oil. Add balsamic vinegar if desired.
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Plate and serve.
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