Shelly's Recipe

MOZZARELLA SALAD CAPRESE

Category: Salad

2 lb vine-ripened tomatoes (about 4 large), sliced 1/4 inch thick
1 lb fresh mozzarella, sliced 1/4 inch thick
1 inch slices roasted red peppers
1 inch slices roasted yellow peppers
2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
1/4 tsp dried oregano, crumbled
1 tsp chopped garlic
4 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
Fine sea salt to taste
Freshly ground black pepper to taste

On large platter, lay sliced mozzarella down center. Place tomato wedges on one side of platter and alternating red and yellow roasted pepper slices on the other side. Mix together olive oil, garlic and oregano and drizzle over entire platter. Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with chopped fresh basil and fresh basil leaves. Serves 4-6.