Meaning & use
Caprese
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An Italian salad made of sliced tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil, typically dressed with olive oil.
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We ordered a caprese to share before the main course.
The recipe calls for a simple caprese with heirloom tomatoes and burrata.
A note on using this word
"Caprese" means "from Capri" in Italian, referring to the island where the salad is said to have originated.
Another way to use it
2. adjective
Made or served in the style associated with the island of Capri, especially with tomato, mozzarella, and basil.
The chef offered a caprese-style appetizer with burrata instead of mozzarella.
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