Tomato Delight
Indulge in the summery simplicity of Tomato Delight, a fresh and vibrant dish that brings together the best of Mediterranean flavors. Juicy, ripe tomatoes and creamy mozzarella are layered with fragrant basil leaves for a visual and flavorful treat. A zesty homemade dressing made with extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, a hint of honey, and minced garlic ties everything together, creating a perfect balance of savory and slightly sweet notes. With just 10 minutes of prep time and no cooking required, this quick and easy recipe is ideal as a refreshing appetizer, a light side dish, or even a palette-cleansing snack. Packed with wholesome ingredients, Tomato Delight showcases the beauty of fresh, seasonal produce in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large ripe tomatoes
- 10 leaves fresh basil leaves
- 200 grams mozzarella cheese
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoons sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 clove garlic
Instructions
Wash the tomatoes thoroughly and slice them into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
Slice the mozzarella cheese into similar-sized rounds.
Peel and finely mince the garlic.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, minced garlic, sea salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
On a large serving plate, arrange the tomato slices and mozzarella slices alternately in an overlapping pattern.
Tuck fresh basil leaves between the tomato and mozzarella slices for a pop of color and freshness.
Drizzle the prepared dressing evenly over the tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil.
Let the dish rest for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve immediately as a refreshing appetizer or side dish. Enjoy your Tomato Delight!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1126 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 84.3 g | 108% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.4 g | 147% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 130 mg | 43% | |
| Sodium | 2602 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.2 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.2 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.7 g | ||
| Protein | 54.5 g | 109% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1482 mg | 114% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 2036 mg | 43% | |
*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.
