Insalata Caprese Recipe

A classic Italian dish combining mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil that can double as a fresh appetizer or a light meal.

Insalata Caprese Recipe

One of the keys to perfecting this dish is using the right tomato! In our opinion, avoid the large tomato varietals and stick with something a little smaller and flavorful, like a grape tomato or roma tomato. Put a slice on top of some fresh basil, soft mozzarella, gooey olive oil, and you'll be talking with your hands in no time. Enjoy! 

Insalata Caprese Recipe Ingredients

  • Freshly Cut Basil Leaves
  • Grape (or Roma) Tomatoes - Sliced
  • Fresh Mozzarella - sliced
  • Extra Virgil Olive Oil
  • Coarsely Ground Sea Salt
  • Ground Black Pepper

Insalata Caprese Recipe Directions

  1. Arrange your sliced mozzarella on a serving dish. Top each piece of mozzarella with a basil leaf (or 2) and then a tomato slice.
  2. Drizzle over top with extra virgin olive oil, sprinkle on some sea salt and ground pepper.
  3. Serve enjoy with friends and family!


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