Caprese salad and sandwich are classic Italian dishes that are simple refreshing and delicious. Here are two recipes for you to try:
Caprese Salad:
Ingredients:
2 large ripe tomatoes
1/2 pound fresh mozzarella cheese sliced
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves torn
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
Salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
Slice the tomatoes and mozzarella cheese into 1/4-inch thick slices.
Arrange the tomato and mozzarella slices on a serving platter alternating them.
Sprinkle the torn basil leaves over the tomato and mozzarella slices.
Drizzle the extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the salad.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Caprese Sandwich:
Ingredients:
4 slices of Italian bread
8 slices of fresh mozzarella cheese
2 ripe tomatoes sliced
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
Toast the bread slices in a toaster or under a broiler until lightly golden brown.
Layer the fresh mozzarella cheese slices on two of the toasted bread slices.
Top the mozzarella with the sliced tomatoes and fresh basil leaves.
Drizzle the extra-virgin olive oil over the top of the sandwich.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Top each sandwich with the remaining two slices of toasted bread.
Enjoy your Caprese salad and sandwich!
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