Insalata Caprese

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Insalata Caprese
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Origin
Place of origin Italy
Region or state Campania
Details
Type Salad
Main ingredient(s) Buffalo mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, salt, olive oil

Insalata Caprese (salad in the style of Capri) is a simple salad, made of sliced fresh buffalo mozzarella, tomatoes and basil, seasoned with salt, and olive oil.[1][2] In Italy, unlike most salads, it is usually served as an antipasto (starter), not a contorno (side dish).

Variants [edit]

A British variant - Mozzarella and Tomato Salad

Some variations include adding chopped garlic, parsley, and various sauces. (Balsamic vinegar, Italian dressing, etc.)

References [edit]

  1. ^ The Joy of Cooking (75th Anniversary Edition) p. 169
  2. ^ Nigel Slater's classic insalata caprese recipe – The Observer Sunday 18 July 2010