Tomato, Mozzarella and Basil Caprese Salad

This salad is a classic Italian dish—simple, yet bursting with fresh flavor.  The pairing of tomatoes with olive oil is not only delicious, but healthy as well.  Olive oil aides in the absorption of lycopene—one of the beneficial nutrients found in this luscious red fruit. Use the best quality ingredients here—fresh mozzarella (not the processed kind), summer tomatoes, aged vinegar and extra virgin oil.  You’ll notice the difference.  Serve on top of a crusty baguette, as a salad or even roughly chopped, on top of pasta.

Ingredients:

  • Vine-ripe tomatoes
  • Fresh mozzarella
  • Fresh basil leaves
  • Extra virgin olive oil
  • Balsamic vinegar
  • Freshly ground pepper
  • Torn, pitted kalamata olives, optional

Method:

  1. Slice tomatoes and fresh mozzarella into ¼ inch slices
  2. Arrange tomatoes on a serving plate in a single layer.  Put a slice of mozzarella on top of each.
  3. Tear basil leaves and place several on top of each tomato/cheese stack.
  4. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar and top with freshly ground pepper.
  5. Add olives on top if using.
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