Classic Caprese Salad
Salad10 min4 servingsEasyAbout this recipe
A timeless Italian summer salad of ripe tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and fragrant basil, finished with good olive oil and a pinch of flaky salt. No cooking required — just great ingredients arranged beautifully. The secret is simplicity: use the best tomatoes and mozzarella you can find, and the dish practically makes itself.
Instructions
- 1
Remove the Tomato and Mozzarella from the refrigerator 20–30 minutes before serving. Room-temperature ingredients have far better flavor and texture.
- 2
Slice the Tomato and Mozzarella into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Try to keep the slices uniform so they layer evenly.
- 3
On a large serving platter, alternate and overlap the Tomato slices, Mozzarella slices, and fresh Basil leaves in a single shingled row or a circular pattern. Tuck the Basil leaves between each pair of Tomato and Mozzarella.
- 4
Drizzle the Extra-Virgin Olive Oil evenly over the entire salad. If using, follow with a thin drizzle of Balsamic Glaze.
- 5
Season generously with Flaky Sea Salt and freshly ground Black Pepper. Serve immediately at room temperature.
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