Caprese Salad with Organic Maurino Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Ingredients (serves 4):
- 4 ripe tomatoes (heirloom or vine-ripened)
- 1 lb (16 oz) fresh mozzarella (preferably buffalo mozzarella)
- A handful of fresh basil leaves
- Palazzo di Varignana Maurino Extra Virgin Olive Oil Organic Monovarietal
- Sea salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions:
1. Prepare the tomatoes – Wash and dry the tomatoes, then slice them into even rounds, about ¼ inch thick.
2. Slice the mozzarella – Drain the mozzarella well and slice into rounds similar in size to the tomatoes.
3. Assemble the salad – On a large serving plate, alternate slices of tomato and mozzarella, tucking fresh basil leaves in between.
4. Season generously – Sprinkle with sea salt and a light touch of freshly ground black pepper.
5. Finish with olive oil – Just before serving, drizzle generously with Maurino Extra Virgin Olive Oil Organic Monovarietal. This final step transforms the dish, marrying all the flavors with the elegance of an estate-produced olive oil.
Serving Tip: Enjoy your Caprese with crusty bread to soak up the flavorful olive oil. And a glass of crisp white wine makes the perfect pairing!
Buon Appetito!
