Italian Mozzarella and Tomato Salad

This is one for when you’re cycling in Italy, on a warm summer’s day.

Buffalo mozzarella is so cheap there, it’s a shame not to take advantage and here’s a very simple way to enjoy it, with a traditional Caprese Salad.

You can buy small bottles of olive oil in Italy, perfect for dishes like this.

• 1-2 package buffalo mozzarella
• 3-4 tomatoes, washed and sliced
• 2-3 tbsp high quality olive oil
• Fresh basil leaves or dried if you don’t have fresh
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Loaf of fresh, crusty bread

Slice the cheese and put it on a plate. Lay the sliced tomatoes alongside. Drizzle over the olive oil. Top with basil leaves and a bit of salt and pepper. Slice the bread and tuck in, using the bread to soak up the delicious oil.