
Bright slices of ripe tomato and creamy mozzarella layered with fragrant basil and a glossy balsamic drizzle—simple ingredients that sing together. Serve slightly rested so the flavors meld and the olive oil softens the tomatoes.
1 ½ lb tomatoes, ripe, sliced 1/4-inch
8 oz fresh mozzarella, sliced 1/4-inch
½ cup basil leaves, packed
2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
2 tbsp balsamic glaze
1 tsp kosher salt
½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
Nutritional information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.

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