CAPRESE SALAD

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Categories     Salad     Pepper     Summer

Yield 4 first-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (from about 1/2 lemon)
1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more to taste
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/4 pounds assorted tomatoes (such as regular vine-ripened tomatoes, plum tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, grape tomatoes, and yellow teardrop tomatoes)
6 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, drained and sliced
2 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • Whisk the lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a medium bowl. Gradually whisk in the oil to blend. Set the dressing aside.
  • Cut the regular tomatoes into 1/4-inch-thick slices, and the plum tomatoes into wedges. Cut the cherry, grape, and teardrop tomatoes in half. Arrange the tomatoes and cheese on a platter. Drizzle the dressing over. Sprinkle with the basil and additional salt and pepper to taste, and serve.

Z4P Kadak
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I can't wait to make this salad again!


Ghullam Muhammed Sheedi
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This salad is a great way to use up fresh summer tomatoes.


ABEL Classi
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This Caprese salad was a hit at my party! Everyone loved it.


Young Bieber
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This salad was delicious! I loved the combination of flavors and textures.


Nirosha Priyanthi
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This Caprese salad was amazing! The tomatoes were so fresh and juicy, and the mozzarella was creamy and flavorful. The basil added a nice touch of flavor, and the balsamic glaze was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this salad


Promise Chinaza
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the way the balsamic glaze dresses up the tomatoes and mozzarella. It's the perfect summer salad!


Waqas Butt
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I made this salad for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The colors were so vibrant and the flavors were amazing. I will definitely be making this salad again!


Léa Boudouris
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This salad was delicious! The tomatoes were ripe and juicy, the mozzarella was creamy and fresh, and the basil added a nice pop of flavor. The balsamic glaze was a great addition, too. It really brought all the flavors together.


Rasta Boss
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I've made this Caprese salad several times and it's always a hit! It's so easy to make and the ingredients are always fresh and flavorful. I love the way the balsamic glaze brings out the sweetness of the tomatoes.


Nimacan Adan
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This Caprese salad was a refreshing and flavorful summer dish! The combination of fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil was perfect. I loved the addition of the balsamic glaze, which added a touch of sweetness and acidity. I will definitely be making


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