Receta de ensalada caprese

Ingredientes

• 4 medium beefsteak, vine ripened or heirloom tomatoes (sliced 1/3-inch thick)
• 1 lb fresh mozzarella cheese (sliced 1/3-inch thick)
• 1 large bunch fresh basil leaves (stems removed)
• 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 2-3 Tbsp balsamic glaze
• 1-2 tsp sea salt (adjust to taste)
• 1/2-1 tsp cracked black pepper (adjust to taste)
• 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Preparación

1. 1

   Prep the tomatoes and the cheese cutting into 1/3-inch slices.

2. 2

   On a large plate or serving platter, arrange slices of tomatoes and mozzarella in an alternating pattern.

3. 3

   Drizzle with olive oil, balsamic glaze and season with sea salt and black pepper. Sprinkle with crushed red pepper flakes, if using.

4. 4

   Arrange basil leaves on top. Serve immediately.