Simple Tomato Mozzarella Salad
A classic and refreshing Caprese salad featuring fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, and fragrant basil drizzled with olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 large tomato sliced into 4 thick slices
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella sliced into 4 thick slices
- 0.5 cup fresh basil leaves torn or roughly chopped
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- salt to taste
- freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Arrange the sliced mozzarella on a serving platter.
- Place the tomato slices on top of or next to the mozzarella.
- Scatter the fresh basil leaves over the tomatoes and mozzarella.
- Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
- Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
This salad is best made with high-quality, ripe ingredients. You can also use cherry tomatoes halved if preferred.