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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 15 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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The basil really makes this salad. Be sure to use good quality tomatoes. Enjoy! Ingredients:
4 large ripe tomatoes (preferably organic) |
1/2 lb fresh mozzarella cheese (preferably buffalo) or 1/2 lb bocconcini |
12 fresh basil leaves |
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar |
5 tablespoons olive oil |
1/4 cup black olives |
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano |
salt and pepper |
Directions:
1. Wash the tomatoes well. 2. Cut crosswise to make 1cm slices. 3. Cut the fresh cheese to make 1/2cm slices. 4. Wash the basil leaves. 5. In a small bowl, mix vinegar, olive oil and dried oregano. 6. Season with salt and pepper to taste. 7. On a large serving plate, arrange tomato slices and black olives. 8. Top with sliced cheese and sprinkle dressing over the salad. 9. Garnish with basil leaves. |
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