Caprese Salad

It’s not summer without Caprese Salad! This classic Italian recipe includes thick slices of juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella cheese and fresh basil, and it’s finished with a drizzle of balsamic vinegar and olive oil. It’s an easy summer appetizer or side dish for any gathering and it comes together in minutes!

Author: Flavor the Moments

Meal Type: Eggs Free

Cuisine: Italian

Difficulty: EASY

Prep. Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time:

Total Time: 10 minutes

Servings: 8 servings

Calories: 237 kcal per serving

Ingredients

4 - tomatoes
16 ounces - fresh mozzarella cheese
16 - fresh basil leaves
2 tablespoons - balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons - extra virgin olive oil
a pinch of salt

Instructions

Season each tomato slice with just a bit of salt to enhance flavor.
Overlap the slices of tomato and mozzarella, then tuck the basil leaves between them and over the top as desired.
Drizzle with the balsamic vinegar and olive oil, then sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.

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