Target: 6 × 4 inches · landscape

Caprese Salad

36 min · 4 servings

Ingredients

□ 1 1/2 lb ripe tomatoes

□ 8 oz fresh mozzarella

□ 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves

□ 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

□ 1/2 tsp flaky sea salt

□ 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper

□ 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar (optional)

1. Warm tomatoes and mozzarella to room temperature. Rinse and thoroughly dry the tomatoes and basil; drain and blot the mozzarella.

2. Slice tomatoes and mozzarella evenly, then layer them on a platter with basil tucked between the slices.

3. Season the cut surfaces with flaky salt and pepper. Drizzle with olive oil; add only a few drops of balsamic if desired.

Cook’s note: Dry ingredients keep the platter from becoming watery; dress just before serving.