This is a very exciting post for me! I’ve already mentioned to you guys that I have a little urban garden. I am happy to announce…my very first batch of tomatoes is ripe!!
This is not only my first batch this year, it is my first batch EVER! I used to help my grandparents with gardening when I was little, but it is a whole new feeling harvesting your very own vegetables. Nothing is more delicious than homegrown!
Caprese salad is a very simple, Italian salad. This combination of flavors is so perfect and flavorful. You can serve it as an appetizer or a side dish and the best part is how easy it is to make.
Ingredients:
1/2 lb Fresh mozzarella
6 grape Tomatoes (you can use 1-2 regular tomatoes, I just prefer grape)
6-8 Whole Basil leaves
2 tsp Balsamic vinegar
1 tbs Olive oil
Salt
Directions:
1. Slice fresh mozzarella into 1/4 inch thick slices. Slice the tomatoes into thick slices as well. Alternating, layer the tomatoes and mozzarella one after another.
2. Add basil leaves in between each layer.
3. Sprinkle with salt and drizzle with olive and vinegar.
Enjoy!!
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Ca4ole says
This looks fantastic.  You should submit it to  FoodGawker.  Have a great week.
Sarah King says
This looks so good.  I’m so jealous.  I’ve been trying to get my tomatoes going with very little luck.  Maybe next year.  Visiting from Craftionary andÂ
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Daniela@Frugalaintcheap says
missing my beloved home! love caprese
Debra Kapellakis says
perfection…
Shiloh says
This looks so very good! You’re dead right. Â Stuff really does taste so much better home grown.
WillCookForSmiles says
 Thank you!
WillCookForSmiles says
 Best of luck to you! Thank you!
WillCookForSmiles says
 I did! Thank you…can’t remember if they accepted it 🙂
WillCookForSmiles says
Awww, thank you!!
amy says
That looks sooo good! I’m growing basil and tomatoes this year…I’ll have to keep this recipe in mind! Thanks for sharing at Shine on Fridays!
Charlene@A Pinch of Joy says
 Congratulations on your gardening milestone. Homegrown is the best! And the results on the table look delicious.
 Thanks so much for sharing on Busy
Monday at A Pinch of Joy. Hope to see
you again soon!Â
Kadie Arrington says
Your little garden is lovely!! Good for you finding a way to have one! I can’t wait for my tomatoes to ripen up so I can make too! Thanks for sharing with us at Link It Up Thursday.
Emily Morgenstern says
That looks so yummy…and, pretty!! I’ve pinned this for future reference!!Â
Rachel says
Caprese Salad is one of my favorites! Â I am sure that home-grown brings it to the next level.. yummy!Â
Monica Morelli (Nash) says
This is making my mouth water, it looks so good! I love caprese salad, and nothing beats home grown.
Linda says
Thanks for coming by Saturday Dishes. Beautiful,pictures.
Wishes for tasty dishes,
Linda