INSALATA CAPRESE

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(TInsalata caprese (literally, the salad from Capri) is the perfect summertime dish for cooks in a hurry; slicing is the hardest part. Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Provided by Faith Willinger

Categories     Salad     Tomato     Appetizer     No-Cook     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Mozzarella     Basil     Summer     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds vine-ripened tomatoes (about 4 large), sliced 1/4 inch thick
1 pound fresh mozzarella, sliced1/4 inch thick
1/4 cup packed fresh basil or arugula leaves, washed well and spun dry
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano, crumbled, if using arugula instead of basil
3 to 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
fine sea salt to taste
freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • On a large platter arrange tomato and mozzarella slices and basil leaves, alternating and overlapping them. Sprinkle salad with oregano and arugula and drizzle with oil. Season salad with salt and pepper.

Md Saidar
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This salad is a great way to impress your guests. It's simple, yet elegant and flavorful.


AbuSaeed Nayan
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I'm always looking for new vegetarian recipes, and this salad is a great option. It's packed with flavor and nutrients.


REFLEX MIRZA OP
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the combination of tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil.


Haseeb Almani
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I've never made a Caprese salad before, but this recipe made it so easy. I'm definitely going to be making this again.


Camryn Dunn
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover tomatoes. I always have a few extra tomatoes at the end of the summer, and this is a great way to use them up.


Soso Abushawish
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I'm not usually a fan of tomatoes, but I loved this salad. The mozzarella and basil really balance out the flavor of the tomatoes.


Joyce Macfarlane
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This is the perfect salad for a hot summer day. It's light and refreshing, and the flavors are so vibrant.


Faisal Brokha
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's just a few fresh ingredients, but they come together to create a truly delicious dish.


Ahmad Abbas
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This salad is a great make-ahead dish. I often make it the night before and then just assemble it before serving.


Ryan Recio
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's a great way to impress guests without a lot of effort.


afghan afghan
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This is my go-to recipe for a quick and easy summer lunch. I love that I can throw it together in just a few minutes.


Bilal choudhary
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I'm always looking for new ways to use up ripe tomatoes, and this salad is a great option. It's simple, yet elegant and flavorful.


an tech
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This salad is a great way to showcase fresh, seasonal ingredients. It's perfect for a light lunch or a side dish at a barbecue.


Trish Genrich
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I love how versatile this recipe is. I've tried it with different types of tomatoes, cheeses, and herbs, and it always turns out delicious.


Kasaja Vicent
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The flavors in this salad were perfectly balanced. The sweetness of the tomatoes, the saltiness of the mozzarella, and the herbaceousness of the basil came together beautifully.


Riya Jahan
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I was amazed at how easy this recipe was to follow. Even as a beginner cook, I was able to create a restaurant-quality dish in no time.


lance goff
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This Caprese salad was a delightful and refreshing summer dish. The combination of fresh, ripe tomatoes, creamy mozzarella cheese, and aromatic basil was simply divine.