Heirloom Tomato and Fresh Mozzarella Salad [WF/GF]
Lakewinds Deli
A very simple, elegant way to feature the flavor and color of your heirloom tomatoes. Use the best mozzarella and olive oil you can afford on this one... it's worth it!
Serves 6-8 people
Ingredients:
2 lbs. Heirloom Tomatoes-- cubed
2 lbs. small mozzarella balls or a log(cubed)
1/4 cup slivered fresh basil
1/3 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons + 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
3/4 teaspoon minced garlic
salt and pepper--to taste
Instructions:
Combine olive oil, balsamic vinegar, oregano, garlic salt & pepper in a bowl. Wisk together well.
Put clean tomatoes & mozzarella balls in a large bowl.
Chop fresh basil and add to tomatoes and mozzarella balls.
Pour oil and vinegar mixture over mozzarella balls and toss gently.