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Buffalo Mozzarella Caprese Salad

A fresh and creamy caprese salad featuring buffalo mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, and fragrant basil, drizzled with a simple herb dressing and finished with briny black olives.

Total time
15 min
Servings
4
Calories
280
Protein
14g
Buffalo Mozzarella Caprese Salad
FreshLightItalianVegetarianGluten-FreeCheeseCreamyFresh

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Slice the 8 oz buffalo mozzarella and 3 medium tomatoes into 1/4 inch thick rounds. Arrange them on a serving platter, alternating slices and overlapping slightly.

  2. Step 2

    Tuck the 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves between the tomato and mozzarella slices. Scatter the 1/2 cup black olives over the top.

  3. Step 3

    In a small bowl, whisk together the 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp red wine vinegar, 1/2 tsp dried oregano, and 1/2 tsp salt until well combined.

  4. Step 4

    Drizzle the dressing evenly over the salad. Let it sit for 5 minutes so the flavors meld, then serve at room temperature.

  5. Step 5

    Finish with a few extra basil leaves if you like, and season with more salt to taste.

Tools you’ll need

  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Serving platter
  • Small bowl
  • Whisk

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