Caprese Salad

One of the most refreshing and flavorful Italian summer time eats, Caprese salad is a cinch to make and can be served as either an appetizer or salad. I could eat an entire platter myself!

Caprese Salad

Ingredients

3 vine ripe tomatoes, sliced to 1/2 inch thick

1 pound fresh mozzarella, sliced to 1/4 inch thick

2o to 30 (about 1 bunch) fresh basil leaves

Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling

Balsamic vinegar, for drizzling

Coarse salt and pepper

Directions

Lay down tomatoes and top with mozzarella slices and then basil leaves. Drizzle the salad with extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Season with salt and pepper to taste.