Sliced Tomatoes Mozzarella Rounds (Printable)

Juicy tomato and creamy mozzarella slices layered with basil and olive oil for a fresh side.

# Ingredient list:

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01 - 3 large ripe tomatoes, sliced into ½-inch rounds
02 - 9 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced into ½-inch rounds
03 - 1 small bunch fresh basil leaves

→ Dressing

04 - 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
05 - 1 tbsp balsamic glaze (optional)
06 - Salt, to taste
07 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# How to Make It:

01 - Arrange alternating slices of tomato and mozzarella on a serving platter, slightly overlapping each slice.
02 - Tuck whole fresh basil leaves between the layers.
03 - Drizzle extra-virgin olive oil and optional balsamic glaze evenly over the assembled slices.
04 - Sprinkle salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
05 - Serve immediately or chill briefly before serving.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Easy to prepare and perfect for a quick side dish
  • Combines fresh ingredients for a light and flavorful meal
02 -
  • Contains dairy from mozzarella cheese.
  • Gluten-free but always check cheese labels if celiac or highly sensitive.
03 -
  • Use the freshest tomatoes you can find for the best flavor.
  • Slice ingredients uniformly for a beautiful presentation.
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