Ingredients:
- 2 large tomatoes, sliced
- 8 ounces (225g) fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- Extra virgin olive oil for drizzling
- Balsamic glaze for drizzling
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves, torn
- Optional: Sliced avocado for extra creaminess
Directions:
- Arrange the sliced tomatoes and fresh mozzarella on a platter in an alternating pattern.
- Drizzle extra virgin olive oil evenly over the tomato and mozzarella slices.
- Drizzle balsamic glaze in a zigzag pattern over the salad.
- Sprinkle salt and pepper to taste over the tomatoes and mozzarella.
- Tear fresh basil leaves and scatter them over the salad.
- If desired, add sliced avocado for extra creaminess and flavor.
- Let the Caprese Salad sit for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve the Caprese Salad as a refreshing side dish or light appetizer.