Description
A refreshing Italian salad made with ripe tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil, drizzled with a sweet balsamic glaze.
Ingredients
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- 3 large ripe tomatoes, sliced
- 1 lb fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup balsamic glaze
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Arrange the tomato and mozzarella slices on a serving platter, alternating and overlapping them.
- Tuck whole basil leaves in between the tomato and mozzarella slices.
- Drizzle the olive oil evenly over the salad.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Drizzle the balsamic glaze over the top of the salad just before serving.
Notes
- Use heirloom tomatoes for a more colorful presentation.
- Chill ingredients slightly before serving for extra freshness.
- Balsamic glaze can be homemade by reducing balsamic vinegar over low heat until thickened.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 40mg