My Caprese Salad Is Going To P**s Off The Italians!

fresh mozzarella

🥗Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

💰Cheaper: string cheese

Part-skim mozzarella has fewer calories, while string cheese is often more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: extra virgin olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Extra virgin olive oil is richer in nutrients, while canola oil is typically cheaper.

Wash the tomatoes thoroughly under cold water.

Dry the tomatoes after washing.

Cut larger tomatoes into chunks and halve the smaller ones.

Use buffalo mozzarella, drain excess water, and pat dry with a towel.

Tear the mozzarella into bite-sized pieces and add to the tray with tomatoes.

Season with freshly ground black pepper (about 1 teaspoon).

Add Cornish sea salt (about 1/2 teaspoon) and adjust to taste.

Drizzle a couple of tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil over the salad.

Rinse fresh basil, remove stems, and add whole leaves to the salad.

Gently toss the salad ingredients together with hands.

Adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.

Add a few splashes of balsamic vinegar for acidity.

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