Appetizer: Italy – Caprese (Caprese Salad)

Serving Size: 4

Approximate Time

Prep 10 min

Cook 0 min

Total 10 min

Ingredients

Heirloom tomatoes, sliced
Fresh mozzarella (fior di latte or buffalo mozzarella), sliced
Fresh basil leaves
2 tbsp (30 ml) extra-virgin olive oil
Balsamic reduction or good balsamic vinegar, to taste
Sea salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Alternate slices of heirloom tomato and mozzarella on a serving plate, finishing with basil leaves.  
2. Drizzle generously with extra-virgin olive oil and a little balsamic if desired.  
3. Season with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper and serve at room temperature.