Cherry Tomato Caprese with Torn Basil

A quick tomato and mozzarella salad with torn basil and a light balsamic dressing.

Ingredients

• 500 g cherry tomatoes, halved
• 200 g fresh mozzarella, drained
• 15 basil leaves
• 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tsp balsamic vinegar
• ¼ tsp fine salt
• ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper

Method

1. Put the halved tomatoes in a wide bowl, sprinkle with salt and leave for 5 minutes.
2. Tear the drained mozzarella into bite-size pieces and spread over a serving platter.
3. Spoon the tomatoes and their juices around the cheese. Add olive oil, balsamic vinegar and pepper.
4. Tear the basil over the platter just before serving. Serve straight away with bread if you like.

New editorial recipe; not independently kitchen-tested. Timings are estimates. Follow doneness cues and check ingredient labels for allergens.