TOMATO BASIL MOZZARELLA SALAD

TOMATO-BASIL-MOZZARELLA SALAD

3 large ripe tomatoes (about 1 1/2 lbs), cut into 1/2" slices
12 fresh basil leaves
8 ounces mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/4" strips
1 1/2 TBSPs olive oil
1 1/2 TBSPs lemon juice
salt and pepper to taste

Arrange tomato slices on a serving platter. Top each tomato slice with a basil leaf and a cheese strip.
Combine oil and lemon juice; drizzle over tomato salad. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cover and chill at least 1 hour. Yield 6 servings


NOTE: I prefer Roma tomatoes as they are less watery. The more ripe the tomato the better the flavor. Vine ripened taste the best. You could also use balsamic vinegar in place of the lemon juice if you like for a more robust flavor.

or if you like you can chop everything up and toss in a bowl.  Looks beautiful as a side salad and tastes soooo fresh!!!