Italian Caprese Salad
One of the most famous Italian salads, Caprese salad stands out for its fresh ingredients and balanced flavor. It's easy to prepare in just minutes, and can be served with toasted bread for extra flavor.
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INGREDIENTS
• 3 red tomatoes, sliced or cubed
• 200 grams fresh mozzarella cheese (small balls or sliced)
• 0.5 cups fresh basil leaves, handful
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 0.5 cups black and green olives
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.3 teaspoons ground black pepper
• 0.3 teaspoons dried thyme or oregano
STEPS
1. Arrange tomatoes and mozzarella: Arrange the tomatoes (3 red tomatoes, sliced or cubed) on the serving plate, then distribute the mozzarella balls or slices (200 grams fresh mozzarella cheese (small balls or sliced)) evenly among them.
2. Add basil and olives: Add the fresh basil leaves (0.5 cups fresh basil leaves, handful) and the olives (0.5 cups black and green olives) if desired.
3. Season: Sprinkle the salt (0.5 teaspoons salt), black pepper (0.3 teaspoons ground black pepper), and thyme or oregano (0.3 teaspoons dried thyme or oregano) over the ingredients.
4. Add oil and vinegar: Drizzle the olive oil (2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil) evenly over the salad, then add balsamic vinegar (2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar) to taste.
5. Toss or arrange: Toss the ingredients gently or leave them arranged in their traditional layout for an elegant look.
6. Serve: Serve the salad immediately with toasted bread or alongside main dishes.
