Caprese Salad Tomato Mozzarella (Printable)

Ripe tomatoes layered with fresh mozzarella and aromatic basil, finished with premium olive oil and balsamic glaze.

# Ingredient List:

→ Produce

01 - 3 large ripe tomatoes, sliced 1/4 inch thick
02 - 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, whole or torn

→ Dairy

03 - 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced into rounds

→ Condiments

04 - 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
05 - 1-2 tbsp balsamic glaze

→ Seasonings

06 - Sea salt to taste
07 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste

# How-To Steps:

01 - Arrange alternating slices of tomato and mozzarella on a large serving platter, slightly overlapping each piece to create an attractive pattern.
02 - Tuck fresh basil leaves between the tomato and mozzarella slices, distributing evenly across the platter.
03 - Drizzle extra-virgin olive oil evenly over the entire salad, followed by balsamic glaze in a decorative pattern.
04 - Sprinkle generously with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Serve immediately at room temperature for optimal flavor.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • It comes together in ten minutes but looks like something from a restaurant menu
  • The combination of ripe tomatoes and creamy mozzarella captures the essence of summer on a plate
02 -
  • Cold mozzarella straight from the refrigerator won't have the same creamy texture as cheese that's sat out for about 20 minutes
  • The salad needs to be assembled right before serving, otherwise the tomatoes will release their juices and everything gets watery
03 -
  • If your balsamic glaze is too thick, warm it in the microwave for 10 seconds so it drizzles smoothly
  • Pat your mozzarella slices gently with paper towels to remove excess moisture before arranging
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