Caprese Salad

This Caprese Salad recipe (also known as Insalata Caprese) — is the Island of Capri’s tomato, basil, and mozzarella salad. It is topped with a simple vinaigrette of olive oil and balsamic reduction.

Here in California, tomatoes are at the peak of flavor from May to December. Ripe red tomatoes should be completely red or reddish-orange, have a sweet subtle aroma and give slightly when pressed gently with the palm. 

A traditional Caprese Salad is so easy to put together!

For this deconstructed Caprese Salad recipe, fresh ingredients are a must. I’m using heirloom tomatoes from my father-in-law’s garden, which are about as fresh and delicious as you can get. I hope you enjoy this simple and delicious recipe!

It’s important to store your tomatoes at room temperature. Refrigerating tomatoes causes them to lose their flavor and change texture. 

Another delicious way to use fresh tomatoes is on a Caprese Salad sandwich, made with toasted sourdough, fresh basil aioli, and melted mozzarella cheese. 

Caprese Salad recipe

Caprese Salad Recipe

Recipe by Jason Hill – CookingSessions.com
This recipe for Caprese Salad (also known as Insalata Caprese) — is the Island of Capri's tomato, basil, and mozzarella salad. It is topped with a simple vinaigrette of olive oil and balsamic reduction. Enjoy!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Appetizer, Salad
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • Heirloom tomatoes sliced
  • Fresh basil leaves
  • Fresh buffalo mozzarella sliced
  • Kosher Salt
  • Fresh cracked pepper
  • Extra virgin olive oil
  • Balsamic reduction see my separate recipe

Instructions
 

  • Layer tomatoes, followed by sliced mozzarella, basil leaves, a little salt and pepper, and then repeat until your tower is done. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar reduction.
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AboutJason Hill

Hi, I’m Jason Hill, host of YouTube’s “Chef Tips” series. I graduated from culinary school in 1998, and gained my experience working the lines in Southern California. I launched my cooking videos in 2007. I love sharing quick and easy recipes that get people back in the kitchen.

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