Recipe: Tomato and Basil Caprese Salad

from Jamie Oliver

Caprese Salad

Serves 2-4 

Ingredients:

• 2 summertime ripe tomatoes
• 5-10 of the large basil leaves 
• 4-8 oz of mozzarella 
• splash of extra virgin olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Balsamic vinegar
• Marinated and pitted kalamata olives 
• Minced fresh oregano – sprinkle a bit over each slice

Method:

• Slice tomatoes as thin or thick as you like. 1/8 to 1/4 inch is usually fine 
• Slice fresh Mozzarella into the same thickness you sliced your tomatoes
• Alternate the tomato, basil, and cheese slices in a straight line or a ring around the plate 
• Give a quick grind of pepper or two over your dish 
• Drizzle balsamic vinegar over the plate
• Drizzle a bit of extra virgin olive oil on your ring or line of tomatoes
• Serve now, or refrigerate for later

Posted: to Recipes on Wed, Aug 8, 2012
Updated: Wed, Aug 8, 2012