Authentischer Caprese-Salat (italienisch)

Zutaten

• 7 oz / 200g fresh mozzarella - approx 2 balls
• 2 medium ripe tomatoes - preferably round in shape
• Handful fresh basil leaves
• 3-4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• Small pinch of oregano
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Zubereitung

1. 1

   Slice the mozzarella cheese into thick circles and place them on paper towels to drain the excess water - leave for 5-10 minutes

2. 2

   In the meantime also slice the tomatoes into thick circles

3. 3

   Add them to a plate with a good sprinkle of salt and a very light sprinkle of oregano. Drizzle with 1-2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil and let them marinate briefly for 5 minutes

4. 4

   When ready to serve, assemble the mozzarella and slices of tomatoes on a platter carefully overlapping each piece - don't add the tomato juices left on the plate. Then arrange the basil leaves over the top. Drizzle the top with another 2 tablespoons of olive oil and enjoy your beautiful fresh Caprese salad!