Caprese salad

Make this classic Italian tricolore salad for a starter or side. It's incredibly simple but, when made with perfectly ripe tomatoes, is a real delight. Serves 4

Ingredients:

1. 8 ripe plum tomatoes
2. 2 balls of mozzarella (or vegetarian alternative)
3. handful of basil leaves
4. 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
5. 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar

Instructions:

1. Arrange the slices of tomato and mozzarella on a platter, alternating between slices of each, and sprinkle over the basil leaves.
2. Season generously with salt and black pepper, then drizzle over the olive oil and vinegar.
3. Serve straightaway.