Caprese salad is an easy salad recipe that is not only elegant, but super tasty! This caprese salad recipe pulls just a few ingredients together, but packs a flavorful punch
Ingredients
- ▢1 pound ripe tomatoes any variety
- ▢½ cup fresh mozzarella cocktail size
- ▢3 tablespoons fresh basil leaves
- ▢2 tablespoons olive oil
- ▢salt and freshly ground black pepper
- ▢balsamic vinegar optional
Instructions
- Slice tomatoes (or cut them in half depending on size). Slice cheese into ¼” slices.
- Arrange tomatoes and cheese on a plate or platter.
- Drizzle with olive oil (and balsamic vinegar if using) and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Sprinkle with fresh basil leaves and serve immediately.