Caprese Nuova
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Category
salads, appetizer, vegetables
Cuisine
Italian
Servings
4-6
Prep Time
25 minutes
Cook Time
0 minutes
Ingredients
- 8 small tomatoes, stemmed, approximately 1½-2 pounds
- 1 pint of small buffalo mozzarella balls, sliced ¼-inch thick
- Small bunch of fresh basil, leaves separated
- Your favorite Gustare extra virgin olive oil varietal
-
Organic Balsamic Glaze
- Sea salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper
Directions
Place each tomato on a cutting board, stem side down. Using a paring knife, cut three evenly spaced slices crosswise without cutting all the way through. Set aside.
Cut each mozzarella ball into slices, approximately ¼-inch thick. Insert a mozzarella ball and a basil leaf in each tomato slit and place on a serving platter. Drizzle with olive oil, balsamic glaze, salt and pepper, to taste. Enjoy!
Recipe Note
Serving Suggestions:
- As an appetizer
- As a side to grilled fish or chicken
- In lieu of a green salad for a change of pace
- Balsamic Options: 18-Year Traditional, Black Garlic, Herbs di Napoli
