How To Make A Caprese Salad

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Oct. 12, 2009

Ok, this is such a perfect lunch in my opinion!

Ingredients

Beefsteak tomatoes 2 , sliced
Fresh mozzarella cheese 1/2 Pound , sliced
Basil 1/4 Cup (4 tbs) , chiffonade
Salt To Taste
Pepper To Taste
Olive oil 3 Tablespoon
Balsamic vinegar 3 Tablespoon

Directions

GETTING READY

1. Using a sharp knife, cut tomatoes and mozzarella cheese in thin slices.

2. Roll the basil leaves and cut in thin strips.

MAKING

3. In a serving platter, arrange the tomatoes, mozzarella slices.

4. Sprinkle basil, salt and pepper on top.

SERVING

5. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic all over the top and serve.

Recipe Summary

Difficulty Level: Very Easy
Servings: 2

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Calories 590Calories from Fat 425

 % Daily Value*

Total Fat 48 g73.8%

Saturated Fat 18 g90%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol

Sodium 923 mg38.46%

Total Carbohydrates 13 g4.3%

Dietary Fiber 2 g8%

Sugars 8 g

Protein 27 g54%

Vitamin A % Vitamin C %

Calcium % Iron %

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet