Festive Caprese Salad Wreath

Step 1

Wash and dry the tomatoes.

Step 2

Slice the large ones neatly in thickish slices; do not peel.

Step 3

Slice some of the larger grape tomatoes in half and keep others whole.

Step 4

Arrange the slices of tomato and the different-sized tomatoes in a circle, preferably on a large white platter.

Step 5

Drain the mozzarella balls (preferably a large and a small size), and arrange to your taste between the tomatoes.

Step 6

Drizzle vinaigrette dressing over the tomatoes and mozzarella. (Alternatively, you can toss the prepared tomatoes and the mozzarella in a bowl with the dressing, and then arrange it around the platter).

Step 7

Place the pesto in the centre.

Step 8

Garnish with sprigs of fresh basil, or use fresh oregano, which is equally good.

Step 9

Put the sea salt flakes in a small bowl and ask guests to season their own salad.