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insalata caprese salad

(2 ratings)
Recipe by
Desiree Cleveland-Campos
Davis, CA

I love a fresh cool salad on a hot summer day.

(2 ratings)
yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min

Ingredients For insalata caprese salad

  • 1/2 lb
    mozzarella cheese sliced 1/4 inch thick
  • 2 lg
    vine ripened tomatoes sliced 1/4 inch thick
  • 1 c
    fresh basil leaves
  • 1/4 c
    olive oil, extra virgin
  • coarse salt to taste
  • fresh ground black pepper to taste

How To Make insalata caprese salad

  • 1
    In a circular design around the side of a serving plate, alternate fresh mozzarella slices on a large platter (or on individual plates if you are doing individual portions) with sliced tomatoes, overlapping for effect.
  • 2
    Tear fresh basil leaves and sprinkle liberally over the slices. Add salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
  • 3
    Just before serving, drizzle on some top-quality extra-virgin olive oil
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