Summer Tomatoes
Embrace the vibrant flavors of the season with this easy and fresh "Summer Tomatoes" recipe! Perfectly ripe summer tomatoes take center stage, drizzled with high-quality extra virgin olive oil and a touch of tangy balsamic vinegar. Fragrant fresh basil leaves add a burst of herbal brightness, while a sprinkle of salt and freshly ground black pepper ties everything together. Optional creamy mozzarella and toasted baguette slices elevate this dish into a refreshing appetizer or light summer meal. With just 10 minutes of prep time and no cooking required, this recipe lets you savor the simple, natural sweetness of summer produce in its purest form. Whether served at a backyard gathering or enjoyed as a quick snack, these summer tomatoes are guaranteed to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large ripe summer tomatoes
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 10 leaves fresh basil leaves
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella (optional)
- 1 loaf baguette, sliced and toasted (optional)
Instructions
Wash and pat dry the summer tomatoes. Use a sharp knife to slice them into even rounds, about 1/4 inch thick. Arrange the slices on a large platter.
Drizzle the sliced tomatoes with the extra virgin olive oil, ensuring an even coating across all the slices.
Scatter the fresh basil leaves over the tomatoes. Tear the larger leaves into smaller pieces for better distribution, if desired.
Drizzle the balsamic vinegar over the tomatoes and basil for a touch of acidity and sweetness.
Sprinkle the salt and freshly ground black pepper evenly over the dish to enhance the flavors.
If using fresh mozzarella, slice it into rounds and tuck the pieces between the tomato slices for added creaminess.
Optionally, serve the Summer Tomatoes with toasted baguette slices to create an appetizer or light meal.
Serve immediately and enjoy this vibrant, fresh summer dish at its peak flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
837 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 50.1 g | 64% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.4 g | 162% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 162 mg | 54% | |
| Sodium | 2638 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.8 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.1 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.4 g | ||
| Protein | 55.5 g | 111% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1306 mg | 100% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 1950 mg | 41% | |
*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.
