Traditional Caprese Salad

Fresh basil, garden tomatoes, and creamy mozzarella plus Basil EVOO--the best snack for any summer evening!

Ingredients

• 3 to 4 medium Heirloom tomatoes, sliced
• 1 (8-ounce) Ball fresh mozzarella, sliced or *Marinated mozzarella
• Fresh basil leaves
• Basil or Tuscan Herb Extra Virgin Olive Oil, for drizzling
• Flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Directions

1. Arrange the tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil leaves on a platter.
2. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper.

*Optional Marinated Mozzarella

• 1/3 cup Basil or any Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 1/2 to 1 Tbsp. Tuscan Herb Dipper Herb Mix

Combine above in a bowl and add mozzarella.  Coat mozzarella. Allow to marinate for 30 minutes.