Easy peasy Caprese!
Looking for something other than an ordinary green salad? Look no further…
This is my go to salad in the summer as it pairs with just about everything and I adore tomatoes. The secrets are good tasting tomatoes (even in the winter months) and fresh basil. These Campari tomatoes that I get at Krogers are simply the best tasting all year long! I have also been known to use cherry tomatoes or even roasted roma tomatoes. Do whatever moves you!
If you have never tried growing your own Basil, please try. It is so simple and so satisfying.
The secret to growing fresh basil all season long is to harvest it frequently. If you cut just above a two pronged growth, your basil will stay “bushy” and healthy all season long.
The next cheffy thing to do is to chiffonade the basil…
It is a fancy way to cut herbs to make them extraordinary. Simply stack the basil leaves, roll them like a cigar and cut thin slices. Like this!
The finished product will have your family or guests thinking you are very, very cheffy 🙂
Easy Peasy Caprese
Simply the best summer salad to replace the boring green alternative. Grow your own basil or get it fresh from your grocer. This makes every meal impressive!
Ingredients
- 4 medium Fresh tomatoes
- 4 ounces Fresh Mozzarella sliced
- 1 slice Red onion thinly sliced
- Pinch kosher salt
- Pinch fresh ground black pepper
- Pinch garlic powder
- 2 Tbsp Balsamic vinaigrette
- 2 Tbsp Basil chiffonade
Instructions
- Cut tomatoes into even slices. Distribute evenly onto two plates
- Cut mozzarella cheese into pieces equivalent to tomato slices and slide them in between the tomato slices.
- Sprinkle red onion over tomatoes and cheese
- Sprinkle tomatoes, cheese and red onion with the salt, pepper and garlic powder
- Drizzle balsamic vinaigrette over ingredients. Distribute basil chiffonade over both salads.
Have made this often but never knew where to cut my basil ❤️ Learn something new everyday. Thanks so much for sharing!!
For someone as keen as you on all things food, I really appreciate that! 🙂