Summer tomatoes are the star of any Caprese Salad, which in turn make you a super star at your next dinner gathering. A visit to the farm stand for selection of a variety of gorgeous tomatoes is the place to begin. Add fresh basil leaves and the best fresh mozzarella cheese you can find to complete the list of ingredients. With barely a recipe at all, this composed salad comes together like a beautiful painting of color.
A quick note on summer tomatoes: I highly recommend that your store the tomatoes at room temperature, and never place them in the refrigerator. Cold tomatoes quickly lose their quality and turn to a mushy texture.
Summer Caprese Salad
1 pound fresh mozzarella cheese
2-3 pounds variety of fresh farm tomatoes, heirloom if available
1 bunch of fresh basil leaves
Flakey sea salt
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Balsamic vinegar, optional
Slice the mozzarella into thick slices, setting aside at room temperature. Slice the tomatoes into thick slices. Working with a large platter, arrange the tomatoes and the mozzarella slices in an overlapping pattern. Add a sprinkling of the flakey sea salt. Generously drizzle with the olive oil. When ready to serve, tear the basil leaves into pieces, scattering the leaves over the tomatoes and cheese. If desired, drizzle with a small amount of balsamic vinegar. Serve at room temperature.
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