Wellthy Tastings June - Creole Caprese Salad

Here in Louisiana, we know all about living the good life. Did you know there’s a day each year dedicated to living well?! This Global Wellness Day, we’ll be making a creole caprese salad using local creole tomatoes to live out our best and healthiest lives!

Global Wellness Day was created to acknowledge that everyone across the world wants to live out their healthiest lives. Between the tomatoes, basil, and mozzarella, this recipe is packed with potassium, antioxidants, calcium, and a variety of other vitamins. Not to mention, it’s super simple, easy to make and you're supporting your local farmers!

Here’s what you’ll need:

• 1 lb tomatoes sliced, mixed variety or smaller if preferred
• 8 oz fresh ball of mozzarella, ripped into chucks
• Fresh basil leaves
• Drizzle of olive oil
• Drizzle of balsamic vinegar or reduced balsamic
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

1. Arrange the tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil leaves. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Toss to combine.
2. That’s it - how easy was that?! If desired, you can also include some variations like adding oregano and creole seasoning!

Make sure to seize the day and take this Global Wellness Day to live out your healthiest years yet!