Caprese Salad

Granny in the Kitchen
Granny in the Kitchen @homeheart
West Coast, United States

One of my favorite summer dishes is Caprese Salad made with sun-ripened tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil picked right from the garden. So flavorful (especially with garlic) and easy to make.

Caprese Salad

One of my favorite summer dishes is Caprese Salad made with sun-ripened tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil picked right from the garden. So flavorful (especially with garlic) and easy to make.

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Ingredients

20 minutes
  1. ripe tomatoes, sliced (Roma tomatoes are great for this)
  2. fresh mozzarella, sliced
  3. fresh basil (whole leaves)
  4. extra virgin olive oil
  5. crushed or grated garlic (optional)
  6. red wine vinegar or lemon (optional)
  7. salt and pepper
  8. crusty bread (optional)

Cooking Instructions

20 minutes
  1. 1

    If using garlic: Pour olive oil into a small bowl, add garlic and mix together to season the oil.

  2. 2

    Slice the tomatoes and mozzarella so they're about the same thickness.

  3. 3

    Arrange the tomatoes on a pretty serving plate, and sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper. Drizzle a bit of the olive oil over top.

  4. 4

    Place mozzarella on top of the tomatoes, salt and pepper lightly, then drizzle a bit more olive oil on top.

  5. 5

    Top with fresh basil leaves and drizzle with olive oil. Add a splash of red wine vinegar or lemon if using. (As you can see, I love lots of garlic!) Sop up the olive oil and juices with fresh bread. Enjoy.

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