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a classic caprese salad consisting of slices of mozzrella, tomatoes and basil and balsamic vinegar.

Caprese Salad

This classic Caprese salad is named after the island of Capri, and its key ingredients represent the Italian flag's tricolour. Red for tomatoes, green for basil, and white for the buffalo mozzarella.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Appetizer, Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 3 125 g Balls of Buffalo Mozzarella sliced into 5 1cm thick, round slices.
  • 3 Large Tomatoes sliced into 6 1cm thick, round slices.
  • Handful of Basil Leaves
  • 2 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1 Tbsp Reduced Balsamic Vinegar
  • Salt / Pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Season the tomatoes with salt and pepper to taste, then set aside in a thin layer. Season the mozzarella with pepper. Set aside for 20 minutes.
  2. Pat the tomatoes dry, then arrange them in alternating layers.
  3. Garnish with basil, drizzle with olive oil and the reduced balsamic vinegar before serving.