Thursday, August 13, 2009

Caprese Salad



1 1/2 lbs various tomatoes
8 oz fresh mozzarella, drained and sliced
fresh basil leaves

slice the larger tomatoes in 1/4 inch slices. Cut small tomatoes in half. Layer the large tomato slices with the mozzarella on a small platter. Sprinkle small tomato halves liberally. Place basil leaves evenly throughout salad. Drizzle dressing over whole platter.

Dressing:
3 Tablespoons lemon juice
3 Tablespoons olive oil
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

whisk until smooth.

I added a little extra salt and pepper over the salad before serving.

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