Italian Recipe
Traditional Caprese Salad with Extra Virgin Olive Oil
A classic Italian salad made with ripe tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, fragrant basil, and a generous drizzle of premium Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Traditional Caprese is simple, fresh, and vibrant, allowing the quality of each ingredient to shine.
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
0 minutes
Total Time
10 minutes
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
What You Need
Ingredients
- 3-4 ripe tomatoes
- 250-300 g fresh mozzarella or mozzarella di bufala
- 8-10 fresh basil leaves
- 2-3 tbsp premium Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, optional
How To Make It
Instructions
Prepare the Tomatoes
Wash the tomatoes and slice them into even rounds. Choose ripe, firm tomatoes with plenty of natural flavour.
Slice the Mozzarella
Slice the fresh mozzarella into rounds similar in thickness to the tomatoes. If using mozzarella di bufala, allow it to drain slightly before slicing.
Arrange the Salad
Arrange the tomato and mozzarella slices on a serving plate, alternating them to create a simple, colourful pattern.
Add the Basil
Tear the fresh basil leaves gently and scatter them over the tomatoes and mozzarella. Avoid cutting or crushing the basil too much. The goal is to preserve its fresh aroma.
Season Simply
Add a light sprinkle of salt over the salad. Freshly ground black pepper can be added if desired.
Finish With Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Drizzle generously with premium Italian Extra Virgin Olive Oil just before serving. The fruity character of the olive oil brings the tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fresh basil together.
Good To Know
Tips & Notes
The Italian Secret: Let Fresh Ingredients Lead
Traditional Caprese doesn't need complicated dressing or elaborate preparation.
The beauty of the dish comes from the balance between ripe tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, aromatic basil, and good Extra Virgin Olive Oil.
Use ingredients that are fresh and full of flavour, and keep the seasoning simple.
Serve immediately after dressing so the tomatoes remain fresh and the mozzarella retains its texture.
How To Serve
Serving Suggestions
- Antipasto before an Italian meal
- Light lunch with rustic bread
- Side dish for grilled vegetables or meats
- Starter for a Mediterranean-style meal
- Simple summer dish for family gatherings
The Story
Why Premium Extra Virgin Olive Oil Matters
Caprese has very few ingredients, so the olive oil plays an important role in the final flavour.
Premium Extra Virgin Olive Oil adds fruitiness, freshness, aroma, and a gentle peppery finish without overwhelming the delicate mozzarella.
For Radice, choosing the right olive oil begins with knowing its origin. Our Classic Extra Virgin Olive Oil comes from Basilicata, Southern Italy, and is made from an Ogliarola and Coratina blend. Its green, balanced character and soft peppery finish make it a natural pairing for fresh Italian dishes.
A Simple Taste of Italy
Good tomatoes. Fresh mozzarella. Fragrant basil. Exceptional Extra Virgin Olive Oil.
That's the beauty of Italian cooking: when the ingredients are good, simplicity is enough.
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