# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 3 large ripe tomatoes, sliced
02 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
→ Dairy
03 - 9 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced
→ Fresh Herbs
04 - 1 cup fresh basil leaves, divided
→ Basil Vinaigrette
05 - 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
06 - 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
07 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
08 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
09 - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
10 - 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Garnish
11 - Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
12 - Flaky sea salt, to taste
# Directions:
01 - In a blender or food processor, combine 1/2 cup basil leaves, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and bright green. Adjust seasoning as needed.
02 - Arrange the tomato slices, cherry tomato halves, and mozzarella slices on a large serving platter or individual bowls, alternating for a traditional Caprese presentation.
03 - Drizzle the prepared basil vinaigrette generously over the layered salad.
04 - Scatter the remaining basil leaves over the top, then season with flaky sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste.
05 - Serve immediately as a refreshing dish or light meal.
