Insalata Caprese
Ripe tomatoes, creamy buffalo mozzarella, and fresh basil dressed in olive oil and balsamic vinegar. A 10-minute Italian classic that tastes like summer.
- Total time
- 10 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 285
- Protein
- 18g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Slice tomatoes into 1/4-inch rounds. Pat mozzarella dry with paper towels, then slice into similar-thickness rounds.
Step 2
On a plate, layer tomato and mozzarella slices, alternating and slightly overlapping. Tuck basil leaves between layers.
Step 3
Drizzle olive oil and balsamic vinegar evenly over the top. Season with a pinch of salt and freshly cracked pepper.
Step 4
Serve immediately at room temperature.
Tools you’ll need
- sharp chef's knife
- cutting board
- paper towels
- serving plate
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