The Caprese salad or tomato and mozzarella salad is appetizing and fresh and can be presented in many ways.
A cold dish that is easy and quick to prepare and can be served as an appetizer or as a main course.
As Il Giornale del Cibo reports, the Caprese salad has its origins on the beautiful Island of Capri and is the subject of many anecdotes.
Given the colors, we could call it “patriotic.”
Tomato and mozzarella pairing: yes or no?
According to some experts, tomato and mozzarella together provide too many minerals to the body and should be consumed together only after physical activity.
According to others, this conflict does not exist [Dr. Giorgio Calabrese].
In any case, cheeses should be consumed no more than twice a week, in small amounts, and fresh cheeses should be preferred.
- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Medium
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 2People
- Cooking methods: No Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
- 2 mozzarella (weight according to dietary guidelines)
- 4 San Marzano tomatoes
- to taste basil
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch mixed peppercorns (with grinder)
- 1 drizzle extra virgin olive oil (raw)
- to taste oregano (optional)
Tools
- 1 Plate for serving
Preparation
Mozzarella
Drain the mozzarella and slice it.
The mozzarella needs to release its milk, if you prefer it drier, place the slices on a plate with paper towels and refrigerate for at least a couple of hours.Tomatoes
Thoroughly wash the tomatoes.
Cut and remove the stem area.
Slice each tomato and cut each slice into pieces.
Optionally remove the watery pulp and seeds.Basil
Select and wash the basil leaves.
Drain them in a colander.
Dry them on a sheet of paper towel.On a serving plate, distribute the mozzarella and tomato.
Season with a pinch of salt and a pinch of pepper.
Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil.
Add basil and oregano.Plate it.
Your tomato and mozzarella Caprese salad is ready.
Enjoy your meal!
The Caprese salad can be varied by choosing different types of tomatoes and mozzarella.
Tomatoes
• classic and ribbed salad tomatoes;
• oval tomatoes;
• San Marzano tomatoes;
• cherry tomatoes [cherry, date, pear, mini San Marzano].Mozzarella
• made from cow’s milk [classic or light];
• made from buffalo milk;
in various shapes and weights [mozzarella, bocconcini, braid].Create your Caprese salad:
• gourmet;
• revisited;
• appetizing.
Notes
Hyperglycemia, prediabetes, and diabetes.
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Remember:
• Start the meal with a generous portion of vegetables [raw or cooked];
• A balanced meal should contain all nutrients: carbohydrates, proteins, fats & fiber;
• Always prepare it in accordance with the proportions and food combinations indicated in your dietary plan.
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