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insalata caprese

Insalata Caprese

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Insalata Caprese is a simple, fast and delicious dish! It is a quick and easy appetizer because it only has 6 ingredients. A great summer salad to make with garden fresh tomatoes and basil.

To prepare this recipe, you will need:

-A Paring Knife,

-1/8 Teaspoon,

-A cutting board (approximately 6 inches x 9 inches), and

-A round serving plate .

  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 3 1x

Ingredients

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  • 170 grams Fresh Mozzarella
  • 175 grams Large Tomato
  • 5-6 Fresh Basil Leaves
  • 2 teaspoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1/8 teaspoon Fine Ground Sea Salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper

Instructions

  1. First using a cutting board and a paring knife, slice the tomato in thick slices (approximately 1/4 inch thick).
  2. Then slice the mozzarella ball into thick slices (approximately 1/2 inch thick) too.
  3. Next using either the cutting board or a serving plate, layer the tomato and cheese slices alternating between the two.
  4. Now insert a piece of basil for every pair of cheese and tomato slice.
  5. Drizzle with the extra virgin olive oil.
  6. Finally season with the sea salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  • Author: MyMothersLadle
  • Prep Time: 5
  • Category: Appetizers, salad
  • Method: No Cooking Required
  • Cuisine: Italian