This recipe describes how to make a simple, fresh Caprese salad topped with a homemade basil pesto dressing, a flavorful twist on the classic Italian dish. It's simple, fresh and so good!
For the Basil Pesto Dressing: Combine 2 cups fresh basil leaves, ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil, ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan, 2 Tbsp pine nuts, 1 small garlic clove, and a pinch of salt in a blender. Blend everything until smooth, adding a little more olive oil until it’s thin enough to drizzle. Optionally, add a squeeze of fresh lemon.
To assemble the salad: Layer ripe tomatoes with fresh mozzarella, drizzle generously with the prepared basil pesto dressing, and finish with a little flaky salt. Add a few capers if you desire a salty, briny bite.
