Insalata Caprese (Tomato, Fresh Mozzarella, And Bas

Name: Insalata Caprese (Tomato, Fresh Mozzarella, And Basil Salad)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 whole Large , Ripe Tomatoes, Sliced Into 1/4-inch Thick Slices; 1/2 pounds Fresh Mozzarella Cheese, Sliced Into 1/4-inch Thick Slices; 1 cup Fresh Basil Leaves; 2 Tablespoons Drained Capers (optional); 1/4 cups Extra Virgin Olive Oil; 1/4 cups Good Balsamic Vinegar; 3 whole Large Cloves Of Garlic, Crushed And Finely Chopped; Kosher Or Sea Salt, To Taste; Freshly Ground Black Pepper, To Taste; 1 loaf Crusty Italian Or French Bread, Sliced Into 1/4-inch Thick Slices

Servings: persons

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1. Arrange the tomato and fresh mozzarella slices in an alternating, circular pattern around the edge of a large platter (or on individual plates if you are doing individual portions), overlapping them for effect.
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2. Chiffonade the basil leaves and sprinkle liberally over the tomato and cheese slices. Distribute the capers over the top of the slices.
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3. In a small bowl whisk the olive oil, the balsamic, and garlic. Taste and correct seasoning with salt and pepper and distribute the mixture over the tomato, mozzarella, and basil on the platter.
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4. For best taste, allow the salad to rest about 1 hour before serving.
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5. Serve, accompanied by slices of crusty Italian bread or baguette on which to create an hors d'oeuvres portion*.
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* A portion is considered one tomato topped slice of mozzarella atop of a slice of the bread topped by some of the chiffonade basil leaves and capers.

428

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 whole Large , Ripe Tomatoes, Sliced Into 1/4-inch Thick Slices, 1/2 pounds Fresh Mozzarella Cheese, Sliced Into 1/4-inch Thick Slices, 1 cup Fresh Basil Leaves, 2 Tablespoons Drained Capers (optional), and more.

Yes, Insalata Caprese (Tomato, Fresh Mozzarella, And Basil Salad) falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Insalata Caprese (Tomato, Fresh Mozzarella, And Basil Salad)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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