Refreshing and Spectacular Caprese Salad
A classic is a classic for a reason, and the Caprese salad is over 100 years old. The first origin story for the Caprese salad dates back to post-World War I Italy. Like many Italian dishes, the Caprese salad is also famous because it is effortless to prepare. I recommend you don’t make this dish unless you use all high-quality ingredients. Because the dish is so simple, the ingredients’ flavor is where it’s at, baby!
Refreshing and Spectacular Caprese Salad
A classic is a classic for a reason, and the Caprese salad is over 100 years old. The first origin story for the Caprese salad dates back to post-World War I Italy. Like many Italian dishes, the Caprese salad is also famous because it is effortless to prepare. I recommend you don't make this dish unless you use all high-quality ingredients. Because the dish is so simple, the ingredients' flavor is where it's at, baby! *Shown with a side of pitted Kalamata olives.
Equipment
- Sharp knife
- Chopping board
Ingredients
- 2-3 large Heirloom tomatoes (I like purple, yellow then red best)
- 15 Fresh basil leaves
- 1 ball Fresh mozzarella (I like Burrata even more, it's softer)
- 1 drizzle Good olive oil
- 1 drizzle Aged balsamic vinegar
- 1 pinch Sea salt (optional)
- 2 pinches Fresh cracked pepper
Instructions
- Slice tomatoes about 1/2 inch thick. I mix the colors to create a nice look on the plate.
- Mozzarella or Burrata – slice pieces, one on each slice of tomato.
- Tear fresh basil leaves off the stem, place on cheese.
- Drizzle with good olive oil, and aged balsamic vinagar.
- Dust with fresh cracked pepper — enjoy!
Notes
Obviously, double the recipe for 4 people. If you wrap it, it will keep the fridge for a day. It can’t hurt to make extra, it goes down quickly, and you are sure get cravings for more!
My thoughts on this salad: Heirloom tomatoes (I like the sweet flavor and colors of yellow and purple) should be firm but not hard. Good Mozzarella or Burrata can be challenging to find. Aged balsamic should be from Italy, and it should be thick. (You can spend over one hundred dollars, but you can also find very good for far less – like wine). I suggest Whole Foods start your search.
This salad topped with fresh basil leaves, good olive oil, aged balsamic topped with cracked pepper is unforgettable.
I suggest my garlic toast recipe to accompany this dish. GillyCanCook_GarlicToast
PURCHASE NOTE: These are a few of my favorite things, including the highest rated aged balsamic vinegar,
Nutrition
Calories: 100kcal
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