Tomato & Mozzarella Caprese - Official Recipe - Olive Garden

Starfire (aka Wendy)'s Note:

This is a great starter to any meal.

• Total Time: 25 mins
• Prep Time: 25 mins
• Cook Time: 0 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

• 8 slices of vine-ripened tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 8 medium fresh basil leaves
• 12 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced into 8 slices
• dry oregano leaves
• sea salt or kosher salt
• fresh ground pepper
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Directions:

1. Arrange sliced tomatoes on a large platter.
2. Place one basil leaf on top of each tomato slice.
3. Place one slice of mozzarella on top of each basil leaf.
4. Spring oregano, salt and black pepper on cheese and drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil. Finish with drizzle of balsamic vinegar.

Reviews

[megs_]

It's amazing how the most simple of recipes can sometimes be the BEST ones. :) This is so delicious and perfect just as is! Thank you so much for sharing it!

[Master Chef wannabe]

This was very light and springy. I had one problem because I already had so much grated mozzerella that I didnt want to get more. The olive oil and balsamic vinnager soaked into it and made a soggy mess. Luckily ive had this before so I know what it really tastes like

[Chef-Girl-R-D]

This was divine! Such a delicious, fresh tasting start to the meal. I used smoked mozzerella and even picky DH was blown away. This is a keeper!