CLASSIC CAPRESE SALAD
Tomato, mozzarella and basil - the quintessential Italian salad. Mix these three main ingredients for a refreshing addition to any meal... or make it the meal itself!
Ingredients for
- Truss tomatoes, cocktail type (Brioso or Amoroso)
- Buffalo Mozzarella
- Fresh Basil Leaves
- Olive Oil
- Sea Salt
- Cracked Pepper
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No cook time! Just mix these few easy ingredients together to make a delicious salad.
Instructions to Make Basil Pesto
- Cut the washed tomatoes into thin slices.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Cut mozzarella and place over the tomatoes.
- Cover with basil leaves.
- Drizzle with olive oil and salt and pepper as desired.
Substitutions
- The tomatoes should be of very good quality. Try Brioso or Amoroso.
- Use olive oil or extra-virgin olive oil depending on preference.
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