Broiled Tomato and Mozzarella Cheese Fans
Elevate your appetizer game with these stunning Broiled Tomato and Mozzarella Cheese Fans—a quick and flavorful dish that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. Juicy, ripe tomatoes are sliced into elegant fan shapes and layered with creamy fresh mozzarella, then broiled to melty perfection in just minutes. A drizzle of high-quality olive oil, a sprinkle of salt and pepper, and a touch of balsamic glaze add depth of flavor, while fresh basil leaves lend a fragrant, herbaceous finish. Perfect for weeknight dinners or a show-stopping starter for entertaining, this easy recipe is ready in under 15 minutes and bursting with Mediterranean flair. Whether served as a light appetizer or alongside crusty bread for a casual meal, these broiled tomato fans will delight both the eyes and the palate.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces large tomatoes
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 12 pieces fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
Instructions
Preheat the broiler in your oven to high.
Slice the tomatoes into 1/4-inch thick rounds, making sure to keep the slices attached at the base to create a fan shape.
Slice the fresh mozzarella into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Set aside.
Place the tomato fans onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
Carefully insert the mozzarella slices between the tomato slices, ensuring each 'fan' has alternating layers of tomato and cheese.
Drizzle olive oil evenly over the tomato and mozzarella fans.
Season each fan with a pinch of salt and black pepper for added flavor.
Place the baking sheet under the preheated broiler. Broil for 3-5 minutes, or until the mozzarella is melted and begins to bubble slightly.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and carefully transfer the fans to serving plates using a spatula.
Garnish each fan with fresh basil leaves and a drizzle of balsamic glaze. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
281 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.6 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.7 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 37 mg | 12% | |
| Sodium | 653 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.8 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.7 g | ||
| Protein | 15.1 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 417 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 514 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
