Tomato Cucumber Stack W Fresh Mozzarella
Elevate your summer table with this irresistible Tomato Cucumber Stack with Fresh Mozzarella—a refreshing and visually stunning appetizer or light salad that’s bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors. Layers of juicy ripe tomatoes, crisp English cucumber, and creamy fresh mozzarella come together in perfect harmony, drizzled with balsamic glaze and extra virgin olive oil for a tangy-sweet finish. Finished with a sprinkle of sea salt, a dash of freshly ground black pepper, and aromatic fresh basil, each bite is a delicious balance of simplicity and sophistication. With just 15 minutes of prep time and no cooking required, this recipe is perfect for warm-weather entertaining or a quick, no-fuss snack that tastes as good as it looks.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium ripe tomatoes
- 1 large English cucumber
- 1 ball (8 oz) fresh mozzarella
- 3 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 6 leaves fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 teaspoons sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the tomatoes, cucumber, and basil leaves.
Slice the tomatoes into thick, even rounds about 1/4-inch thick. Set aside.
Slice the cucumber into rounds approximately the same thickness as the tomatoes. If the cucumber has seeds, you can remove them, but this step is optional.
Slice the fresh mozzarella into rounds slightly thinner than the tomatoes and cucumber. Aim for uniform slices to create even stacks.
On a serving plate, begin assembling the stacks by layering one slice of tomato, one slice of cucumber, and one slice of mozzarella. Repeat the layering process to create two layers per stack. End with a tomato slice on top.
Drizzle each stack generously with balsamic glaze and extra virgin olive oil.
Sprinkle the tops with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Garnish each stack with a fresh basil leaf or finely chopped basil for a burst of flavor and color.
Serve immediately as a refreshing appetizer or light salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
284 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.3 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.5 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 37 mg | 12% | |
| Sodium | 652 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.8 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.6 g | ||
| Protein | 14.8 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 416 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 411 mg | 9% | |
*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.
