Patriotic Caprese Salad

 

This 4th of July, celebrate with this stunning but easy-to-make take on the classic Italian caprese salad! 
 

Ingredients: 

• 2-3 cartons grape or cherry tomatoes, washed (about 85 pc.) 

• 2-3 cartons mozzarella pearls (about 65 pc.) 

• Fresh blueberries 

• Fresh basil 

• Balsamic vinegar (optional) 
   

Method: 

1. Wash and cut the stem ends off about 85 cherry or grape tomatoes; arrange in rows on a large white rectangular platter to form the red stripes of the American flag. 

2. Alternate these with rows of mozzarella pearls to form the white stripes. 

3. Place a rectangular mound of blueberries in the upper left corner. Top with miniature stars (use a ½” star cutter on rolled cream cheese or sliced mozzarella pearls). 

4. Serve with fresh basil and balsamic vinegar on the side.