Caprese Salad

Prep Time: 10

Total Time: 10

Serves 4 to 6

A good Caprese salad relies on good ingredients, so seek out the best tomatoes, basil, and fresh mozzarella you can find to make this delicious summer salad.

Ingredients

3 to 4 medium heirloom tomatoes, sliced
1 (8-ounce) ball fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
Fresh basil leaves
Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
Flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Optional additions/variations:

Balsamic vinegar or balsamic reduction, for drizzling
Pesto
Sliced peaches
Fresh mint leaves
Avocado slices
Strawberries, see this strawberry salad

Instructions

Arrange the tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil leaves on a platter. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper.
If desired, add ingredients from the variations list.

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