Capri Salad

8 ingredients
8 steps

Ingredients

  • 2 beefsteak tomatoes
  • 4 1/2 ounces mozzarella cheese (about 1 cup)
  • 12 black olives, pitted and sliced
  • 8 fresh basil leaves
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • salt and pepper
  • fresh basil leaf, to garnish

Directions

  1. 1
    Using a sharp knife, cut the tomatoes into thin slices.
  2. 2
    Drain the mozzarella, if necessary, and cut into slices.
  3. 3
    Layer the tomatoes, mozzarella, olives, and basil leaves alternately in a stack, finishing with a layer of cheese on top.
  4. 4
    Place each stack under a preheated hot broiler for 2-3 minutes or just long enough to melt the mozzarella.
  5. 5
    Drizzle over the balsamic vinegar and olive oil, and season to taste with a little salt and pepper.
  6. 6
    Transfer to individual serving plates and garnish with fresh basil leaves.
  7. 7
    Serve immediately.
  8. 8
    Enjoy!

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