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Caprese Salad

anonymous.chef
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A simple yet elegant Italian salad made with fresh tomatoes, creamy mozzarella cheese, and fragrant basil leaves, dressed with extra virgin olive oil. This salad is perfect for a quick and delicious lunch or as a side dish for a dinner party. The combination of flavors and textures is sure to impress your guests. Fresh mozzarella cheese is a must for this recipe, as it provides the creamiest texture and richest flavor. Fresh basil leaves add a bright and herbaceous note to the dish, while the tomatoes provide a burst of juicy sweetness. The olive oil brings everything together, adding a rich and velvety texture to the salad.

Time Cook
15
Level
Beginner
Calories
250
Allergens
Dairy, Sulfites

Ingredients

4 Medium
Fresh Tomatoes
25 Calories
8 oz Block
Mozzarella Cheese
200 Calories
1/4 cup Chopped
Fresh Basil Leaves
10 Calories
1/4 cup Drizzle
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
100 Calories
To taste Pinch
Salt
0 Calories
To taste Pinch
Pepper
0 Calories

Step-by-Step Instructions

1
Slice the fresh tomatoes into thin wedges and arrange them on a plate in a pattern that is visually appealing to you.
2
Slice the mozzarella cheese into thin rounds and arrange them on top of the tomato slices.
3
Sprinkle the chopped fresh basil leaves over the cheese slices, making sure to distribute them evenly.
4
Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil over the salad in a zig-zag pattern, making sure to cover all of the ingredients.
5
Season the salad with salt and pepper to taste, making sure to balance the flavors.

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