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Easy Caprese Salad Recipe

4.2 from 64 reviews

A quick and refreshing Easy Caprese Salad featuring ripe tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and a homemade basil olive oil drizzle, perfect for a light and flavorful appetizer.

Ingredients

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound ripe tomatoes (sliced)
  • 12 oz fresh mozzarella (sliced)
  • ½ cup fresh basil leaves plus extra for serving
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • store-bought balsamic glaze (optional)
  • salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Blend basil olive oil. Add the olive oil and basil to a blender and blend until smooth.
  2. Arrange slices. Arrange the tomato slices and mozzarella slices on a plate.
  3. Season. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  4. Drizzle dressing. Drizzle with basil olive oil and balsamic glaze (if using).
  5. Garnish and serve. Decorate with extra fresh basil leaves and serve.

Notes

    Keywords: Caprese salad, easy Italian salad, fresh mozzarella salad, basil olive oil, tomato mozzarella salad