This simple, classic Italian salad, insalata caprese, never disappoints on a sunny afternoon – whether it’s at home in your garden or al fresco in Italy.

Originating from Capri in Italy, hence its name Caprese and known for its famous tricolore colours (red, white and green) this simple salad served with a crusty piece of bread makes a great sharing platter for lunch.

Traditionally buffalo Mozzarella is used and thickly sliced but I also like this switching this up with some burrata, the creaminess with the tomatoes, olive and some bread is too good to miss! 

Caprese salad

Prep time: 5 minutes | Serves: 2-3 | Nutrition: 334 calories per serving (based on two people sharing)

Ingredients

• 1 Ball of Buffalo Mozzarella or Burrata

• 2 large tomatoes

• 1 tsp dried oregano

• Olive Oil

• Basil leaves

Instructions

It’s best to serve the tomatoes and the mozzarella at room temperature rather than straight from the fridge as it intensifies the flavours. 

Slice your tomatoes and mozzarella about 1.5cm thick, layer on a plate. If using burrata place in the middle and decorate the tomatoes around it. Or just before serving break open and tear onto the tomatoes with the creamy middle.

Drizzle with Extra Virgin Olive Oil, season with salt and dried oregano. Decorate with fresh basil and serve!

Serving suggestions

You can also add rocket, olives and although not traditional my family love to add avocado.

Serve with crusty bread for mopping up all the delicious oil at the end. Lots of people to like to drizzle over a good quality balsamic vinegar too, mix it up how you like!