Classic Caprese Salad

Gather Ingredients

FOR THE CAPRESE SALAD

• 2 wheels of Miyoko's Classic Plant Milk Mozzarella
• 3-4 medium ripe tomatoes
• 1 bunch of fresh basil (about 15-20 leaves)
• Flaky sea salt, to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze

PREP THE INGREDIENTS

1. 1. Cut the mozzarella wheels vertically into 1/4 inch thick round slices. Tip: Cutting the mozzarella straight out of the fridge will yield best results.
2. 2. Cut the tomatoes vertically into 1/4 inch thick round slices.

plate the salad

3. 3. Arrange mozzarella and tomatoes on a large, shallow platter in an alternating pattern.
4. 4. Scatter the basil on top of the mozzarella and tomatoes.

SEASON AND SERVE

1. 5. Sprinkle the salad with a loving pinch of flaky salt and several grinds of black pepper, to taste.
2. 6. Drizzle the olive oil and balsamic glaze over the mozzarella and tomatoes. Serve immediately and enjoy!