Caprese Salad

Instructions

1. 1

   Wash the tomatoes and pat dry. Slice them into 1/4-inch thick rounds and arrange on a large serving platter.

2. 2

   Drain the fresh mozzarella and slice into 1/4-inch thick rounds, matching the size of your tomato slices.

3. 3

   Arrange the tomato and mozzarella slices on the platter in an alternating pattern, slightly overlapping each slice.

4. 4

   Tuck fresh basil leaves between the tomato and mozzarella slices throughout the arrangement.

5. 5

   Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil evenly over the entire salad.

6. 6

   Drizzle the balsamic vinegar over the salad in a decorative pattern.

7. 7

   Season with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

8. 8

   Let the salad rest at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.