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Required Equipment
- Chef's knife
- Cutting board
- Serving platter
Utilized Devices
Cooking Techniques
- no-cook assembly
Ingredients
- 750 gHeirloom tomatoes — sliced
- 225 gFresh mozzarella — sliced
- 30 gFresh basil leaves
- 45 mlExtra-virgin olive oil
- 22 mlBalsamic glaze
- 3 gFlaky sea salt
- 1 gBlack pepper — freshly cracked
- 1 zestLemon zest — optional
Instructions
Alternate slices of tomatoes and mozzarella on a chilled platter, tucking basil leaves in between each layer.
Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze, then season with flaky salt, pepper, and lemon zest if using.
Serve immediately with crusty bread or enjoy solo as a salad course.
Chef Tips
- ⭐Use room-temperature tomatoes so their flavor is the fullest.
- ⭐Pat mozzarella dry so excess whey doesn't dilute the dressing.
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Nutritional Highlights
- ✓A vitamin C-rich starter with calcium from mozzarella
- ✓Low-effort appetizer ready in minutes
Dietary Notes
Compliant With
Allergens
- Contains dairy (mozzarella)
FAQ
Can I make it ahead?
Slice everything up to 1 hour in advance but drizzle oil and glaze just before serving to avoid sogginess.
What mozzarella works best?
Look for vacuum-sealed mozzarella logs; burrata is delicious but messier for slicing.
Nutrition
| Calories | 200 |
| Protein | 10 g |
| Carbs | 8 g |
| Fat | 14 g |