Description
A vibrant Italian dish featuring ripe tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, fresh basil, and tangy balsamic glaze. A refreshing, no-cook salad perfect for summer or gourmet appetizers.
Ingredients
4 large tomatoes (about 2 lbs)
1 ball (8 oz) fresh mozzarella (at room temperature)
1 bunch (about 20 leaves) fresh basil
3 tbsp balsamic glaze
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Salt to taste
Instructions
Wash and dry tomatoes; slice into ¼-inch rounds
Remove mozzarella from casing and pat dry; slice into ¼-inch rounds
Stack 4–5 basil leaves and slice crosswise into thin ribbons
Alternate tomato and mozzarella slices in a fan shape on a platter
Interleave basil leaves between layers
Drizzle 1½ tbsp balsamic glaze evenly
Drizzle 1 tbsp olive oil
Top with flaked salt
Notes
Use heirloom or vine-ripened tomatoes for optimal flavor
Buffalo mozzarella (opposite) yields extra creaminess
Serve at room temperature for ideal texture
Make balsamic glaze by reducing vinegar in a saucepan
Store assembled salad chilled for up to 2 hours
- Prep Time: 15
- Category: Trending
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad per serving
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
