Caprese Plus
Description
Avocado, olives, and artichokes are yummy additions to the basic tomato, basil, and fresh mozzarella layers that make up a Caprese salad.
Ingredients
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2 plum tomatoes, thickly sliced
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3 (4 ounce) balls buffalo mozzarella, thickly sliced
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1 avocado, cubed
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1/2 English cucumber, peeled and sliced
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1/2 cup green olives
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1/2 cup canned artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
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2 tablespoons torn fresh basil leaves
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salt and ground black pepper to taste
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
Directions
1
Divide tomatoes, mozzarella, avocado, cucumber, green olives, artichoke hearts, and basil between two serving plates, layering them in that order. Season with salt and pepper.
2
Drizzle olive oil and balsamic vinegar over layers.