Caprese Salad

• 80 ml balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
• 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 225 g fresh mozzarella, sliced
• 680 g tomatoes, sliced
• ¼ cup fresh basil leaves
• 4 tsp The Spice Club Italian herb mix
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Step 1: Make the Balsamic Reduction

• Heat the balsamic vinegar and brown sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat.
• Bring to the boil and simmer gently for 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened.
• Remove from heat and let cool.

Step 2: Prepare tomatoes and mozzarella

• Cut the tomatoes and mozzarella into thin slices.

Step 3: Assemble the salad

• Arrange the tomatoes and mozzarella alternately on a serving platter.
• Sprinkle the fresh basil leaves over it.

Step 4: Add dressing

• Mix the olive oil with the spice club italian, the finely chopped garlic and sprinkle this over the salad.
• Season with freshly ground black pepper.

Step 5: Serve

• Sprinkle the salad with the cooled balsamic vinegar and serve immediately.