Caprese salad is a summertime classic, for good reason. Sun-ripened tomatoes, creamy fresh mozzarella and aromatic basil are flavor soulmates. This grilled Caprese salad is the perfect easy appetizer for Summer as the tomatoes can be grilled on a hot grill and the basil dressing can be thrown together within minutes. Served with crusty bread (throw thick slices on the grill to toast), this is summer feasting at its finest.
How to make grilled Caprese salad
Drizzle olive oil and Balsamic vinegar over vine tomatoes then season generously with salt and pepper. Place on a hot grill and cook until the tomatoes start to burn and char. Remove and place in a dish to cool. Combine the ingredients for the basil dressing and blend until smooth. Tear balls of fior di latte or buffalo mozzarella and place on a large plate or platter. Top with the grilled tomatoes (drizzle over their resting juices) and drizzle with the basil dressing. Add fresh basil leaves and serve.
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