Servings: 4 people
Calories: 316kcal
Ingredients
- 8 oz mozzarella cheese bufala mozzarella
- 1 pound tomatoes fresh
- 16 leaves basil fresh
- 4 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
- 2 tsp salt flakes, coarse
- 1 tsp pepper ground black
Instructions
STEP 1: Prepare the tomatoes
- Wash and slice the tomatoes into even, ¼-inch thick slices. Lay them out on a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
STEP 2: Slice the Mozzarella:
- Drain the mozzarella and gently pat it dry. Slice into rounds roughly the same thickness as the tomatoes.
STEP 3: Assemble the salad
- Alternate slices of tomato and mozzarella in a circular pattern on a serving platter. Tuck basil leaves between the layers or scatter them over the top.
STEP 4: Season and Dress:
- Sprinkle a generous pinch of sea salt over the salad. Drizzle with high-quality extra virgin olive oil. Add freshly cracked black pepper if desired.
- Serve immediately along with some crusty bread, ciabatta or focaccia. Enjoy the simplicity and elegance of Italy on your plate.
Notes
- Assemble your Caprese Salad before serving it to retain the moisture of its ingredients.
- Add salt just before serving it, to avoid too much moisture to be released and making your salad too watery.
Nutrition
Calories: 316kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 27g | Sodium: 1524mg | Potassium: 325mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1436IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 304mg | Iron: 1mg
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