Insalata Caprese (Mozzarella Salad)

Submitted by ElizabethKnicely

"A simple salad from the Italian region of Campania, made of sliced fresh mozzarella, plum tomatoes and basil. It is seasoned with salt, black pepper, and olive oil."

 

• Ready In: 5mins
• Ingredients: 4
• Serves: 5

ingredients

• 2 tomatoes
• 2 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese
• 1 (1/2 ounce) package fresh basil leaf
• 1⁄2 cup chopped fresh basil

directions

1. Prepare by arranging alternating 1/2 inch thick slices of tomatoes and 1/4 inch slices of mozzarella on a platter, sprinkling with fresh basil leaves, drizzling with olive oil, and then seasoning with salt and cracked black pepper.