Caprese Salad

Fresh Caprese Salad - made with tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil and drizzled with olive oil and homemade balsamic glaze. The perfect summer snack that doubles as a light lunch!

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Prep Time: 10

Total Time: 10

Servings: salad

Calories: 286kcal

Author: Cathy Trochelman

Ingredients

2-3 Roma tomatoes
16 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves more or less to taste
2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 Tablespoons balsamic glaze
salt & pepper

Instructions

Slice the tomatoes and mozzarella into 1/4 inch slices.
Arrange them in an alternating pattern on a large plate.
Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze. Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.

Notes

This salad can be made in advance, but for maximum freshness it shouldn't be kept overnight before serving. A few hours, though, is fine! Any leftovers should be stored, covered, in the refrigerator for 1-2 days.

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