This is barely more than the three ingredients listed above, so all three must be of excellent quality. I like to salt the tomatoes a little bit before assembling the salad—it removes some of their excess liquid—but it isn't strictly necessary.
Ingredients
4 Medium perfectly ripe tomatoes
4
Medium perfectly ripe tomatoes
8 slices of (1/4‐inch‐thick) fresh mozzarella, plus more if desired
8
slices of
(1/4‐inch‐thick) fresh mozzarella, plus more if desired
8 Basil leaves, washed and dried
8
Basil leaves, washed and dried
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Extra‐virgin olive oil for drizzling
Extra‐virgin olive oil for drizzling
Preparation Instructions
Core and cut the tomatoes into about 1/4 inch thick slices. If you like, lay them on a board and sprinkle them lightly with salt. Set the board at an angle so the liquid can drain into the sink (or a bowl; it makes a refreshing drink).
Layer tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil on a platter or four individual plates. Sprinkle with salt and pepper, drizzle with olive oil, and serve.
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Serves:
Makes 4 servingsCuisine:
ItalianNew AmericanSolution:
easybudgetfasthealthyDietary Consideration:
low carblow fatvegetarianSource:



