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Heirloom Tomato and Steak Caprese: Ultimate Summer Recipe

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Heirloom Tomato and Steak Caprese is a fresh and elegant dish made with juicy steak, ripe heirloom tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, and balsamic glaze. Perfect for summer dinners, lunch platters, date nights, or entertaining guests.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound flank steak, skirt steak, or sirloin
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 3 large heirloom tomatoes, sliced
  • 8 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced
  • Fresh basil leaves
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

Instructions

  1. Rub steak with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  2. Rest 15 minutes.
  3. Grill or sear steak to desired doneness.
  4. Rest 10 minutes, then slice thinly against the grain.
  5. Slice tomatoes and mozzarella.
  6. Arrange tomatoes, mozzarella, steak, and basil on platter.
  7. Drizzle with balsamic glaze and olive oil.
  8. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use ripe heirloom tomatoes for best flavor.
  • Slice steak against the grain.
  • Fresh mozzarella works best.
  • Assemble just before serving.
  • Store leftovers up to 2 days.
  • Use burrata for richer version.
  • Great served with bread or greens.
  • Use high-quality olive oil for best taste.

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