Insalata Caprese

Ingredients

• 3 tomatoes, sliced
• 1/2 pound of fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
• 1/4 cup of fresh basil leaves, torn
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• 1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

1. Slice the tomatoes into thick slices and place onto a plate.
2. Top the tomatoes with the mozzarella cheese slices.
3. Scatter the basil leaves over the tomatoes and cheese.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
5. Drizzle the olive oil mixture over the salad.
6. Serve immediately.

Interesting Facts

• Insalata Caprese is a traditional Italian salad.
• It is believed to have originated in the 16th century.
• The colors of the Italian flag are represented in the salad (red, white, and green).
• The salad is traditionally served as a main course or as a side dish.