Mozzarella and Salad

This is a fresh mozzarella and salad combination, perfect for a workplace lunch, healthy and stress-free!

@AniphaeS

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RIcette workplace

 · 7 May 2019

Ingredients:

• 1 ball of fresh mozzarella cheese
• A handful of fresh basil leaves
• 2 large ripe tomatoes, sliced
• A small handful of black olives, pitted
• Extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling
• Balsamic vinegar, for drizzling (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Pack for the Workplace:

• Seal all the vegetable and the olive on the container with a tight-fitting lid to keep everything fresh.
• You can pack the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper separately and add them just before eating to keep the ingredients crisp.

1. Prepare the Ingredients usually all at the work place:
   • Slice the mozzarella into 1/4 inch thick slices.
   • Wash and slice the tomatoes.
   • Rinse the basil leaves and pat them dry.

2. Assemble the Salad:
   • On a plate, lay down a bed of sliced tomatoes.
   • Arrange the mozzarella slices on top of the tomatoes.
   • Scatter the basil leaves and black olives over the mozzarella and tomatoes.

3. Season the Salad:
   • Drizzle extra virgin olive oil over the salad.
   • If desired, also drizzle a bit of balsamic vinegar for an additional depth of flavor.
   • Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.

4. Enjoy Your Meal:
   • Enjoy a refreshing and light meal that’s perfect for a busy day.

This simple mozzarella and salad dish captures the essence of a Caprese salad and is ideal for a light, Mediterranean-inspired lunch at work.