Authentic Italian Caprese Salad
Authentic Italian Caprese Salad
The Perfect Harmony of Fresh Tomatoes and Creamy Mozzarella: Caprese Salad Recipe
A burst of freshness with every bite! Experience the fantastic combination of crisp tomatoes and chewy mozzarella cheese. Our sweet and tangy special dressing will transform an ordinary meal into a special moment. Here’s the recipe for the ultimate salad, perfect to enjoy elegantly at home.
Salad Ingredients- 1 fresh tomato
- 100g fresh mozzarella cheese
- 20g mixed baby greens
- 1 slice of bread (optional, for serving)
Special Caprese Dressing- 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 pinches fine salt
- 1 Tbsp finely minced onion
- 1 Tbsp dried cranberries
- 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 pinches fine salt
- 1 Tbsp finely minced onion
- 1 Tbsp dried cranberries
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Rinse the fresh tomatoes and baby greens thoroughly under running water. After washing, pat them completely dry with paper towels or a clean cloth. This is crucial to prevent the salad from becoming watery. Slice the tomatoes and mozzarella cheese into uniform rounds, about 0.8 to 1 cm thick. Aim for a thickness that’s easy to eat without being too bulky or too thin.
Step 2
Soak the dried cranberries in lukewarm water for 1-2 minutes until slightly softened. This makes them chewier and more pleasant to eat. For the minced onion, briefly soak it in cold water for about 30 seconds, then drain immediately. This step removes its sharp bite while retaining its sweetness, enhancing the dressing’s flavor.
Step 3
After soaking, gently pat the cranberries and drained minced onion dry again with paper towels. Residual moisture can dilute the dressing. Finely chop the cranberries; this helps them incorporate well into the dressing and adds a nice texture when eaten.
Step 4
Now, let’s make the delicious dressing! Combine the chopped cranberries, minced onion, extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and salt in a small bowl. Whisk everything together with a fork or whisk until well combined. Once all the ingredients are evenly mixed, your flavorful Caprese dressing is ready!
Step 5
Arrange the sliced tomatoes and mozzarella cheese attractively on a serving plate, alternating them in a circular pattern, almost like a flower. Place the fresh baby greens in the center or artfully around the tomatoes and cheese. Drizzle the prepared dressing generously over the salad. If you have bread, serving it alongside the Caprese salad, perhaps lightly toasted, makes for a delightful addition.
