Appetizer Recipes - Caprese Salad

Serves 2

Preparation Time Involved: 10 minutes + 30 minutes to marinate
Cooking Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes

The goodness of fresh ingredients and quality olive oil and balsamic vinegar shine through in this brilliant appetizer that can also be served as a salad accompaniment for your meal.

Ingredients
2 large ripe tomatoes
1 small block of mozzarella cheese
1/3 cup fresh basil leaves
light extra virgin olive oil
balsamic vinegar
sea salt
freshly ground black pepper

Equipment You'll Need
Serving Platter

Directions
Slice the tomatoes into thick 1/4 inch slices. Slice the mozzarella cheese in thick 1/4 inch slices. Wash the basil leaves and snap off any long fiberous stems.

Arrange alternating slices of tomato and cheese with the basil leaves, making a circle or oval on the serving platter. Generously drizzle olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the top of the slices. Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste. Let marinate for 30 minutes so flavors infuse the mozzarella.