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Recipe of Caprese Salad

Recipe of Caprese Salad
Caprese Salad is a delightful Italian summer dish. This simple and elegant plate combines ripe tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, fragrant basil, and extra virgin olive oil. It's the perfect appetizer or light side for summer meals.

Recipe Summary

Preparation 10 min
Servings 4
Difficulty Easy
Category Salads

Ingredients

  • 4 ripe tomatoes
  • 200g fresh mozzarella
  • A bunch of fresh basil
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Balsamic reduction for garnish (optional)

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Instructions:

    Step 1
  • Slice the tomatoes and mozzarella into slices of the same thickness.
  • Step 2
  • Arrange the tomato and mozzarella slices on a serving platter alternately.
  • Step 3
  • Tuck basil leaves between the tomato and mozzarella slices.
  • Step 4
  • Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Step 5
  • Garnish with a balsamic reduction if desired.
  • Step 6
  • Serve the fresh and flavorful Caprese Salad!

Tips for this recipe

Here are some useful tips to perfectly prepare Caprese Salad and get the best results.

  • Always use fresh ingredients for the best flavor
  • Prepare all ingredients before starting to cook
  • Monitor temperature during cooking to prevent burning

Variations of this recipe

Try these delicious variations of Caprese Salad to give a different touch to your preparation.

  • Vegetarian version: substitute meat with plant proteins like tofu or legumes
  • Spicy version: add chili peppers or spicy spices to taste
  • Healthy version: reduce oil and increase vegetables

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