Grilled Caprese Salad with Pesto
75% authentic · Italian-American
A warm variation of the Caprese salad where tomato and mozzarella slices are lightly grilled, then topped with fresh basil and a dollop of vibrant pesto for an added layer of flavor.
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Ingredients
- Ripe beefsteak tomatoes4 large
- Fresh buffalo mozzarella16 oz
- Fresh basil leaves1 bunch
- Pesto sauce4 tbsp
- Extra virgin olive oil2 tbsp
- Saltto taste
- Black pepperto taste
Steps
- 1
Slice tomatoes and mozzarella into thick rounds.
- 2
Preheat a grill pan or outdoor grill to medium-high heat.
- 3
Lightly brush tomato slices with olive oil and grill for 2-3 minutes per side until slightly softened and marked.
- 4
Place mozzarella slices on the grill pan for about 1 minute per side, just until slightly softened and warm.
- 5
Arrange grilled tomato and mozzarella slices on a serving platter.
- 6
Top each slice with a fresh basil leaf.
- 7
Add a small dollop of pesto on top of each mozzarella slice.
- 8
Drizzle with remaining olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
