TYPICAL ITALIAN COLD DISHES
Caprese salad
Caprese Salad is a simple and elegant salad made with alternating slices of juicy, ripe tomatoes and creamy mozzarella.
The salad is named after the island of Capri where it is believed to have originated, it dates back to post-World War I Italy.
A patriotic mason wanted to make a dish that was a true tribute to Italy and that visually incorporated the tricolor into the presentation (an homage to the Italian flag).
The first printed mention of the Caprese salad was on a menu at the Hotel Quisisana.
Ingredients list: (for 2 persons)
A big mozzarella (about 250g) (9oz)
2 ripe tomatoes
8/9 basil leaves
Salt
Oregano
Extra virgin olive oil