Best 5 Tomato Cucumber Stack W Fresh Mozzarella Recipes

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Calling all food enthusiasts! Are you seeking the ultimate culinary experience, where flavors dance harmoniously to create a symphony of taste? Look no further than the "Tomato Cucumber Stack with Fresh Mozzarella", a dish that combines the vibrant freshness of tomatoes and cucumbers with the creamy decadence of mozzarella cheese. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds yearning for more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

TOMATO-CUCUMBER MOZZARELLA SALAD



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I used fresh mozzarella for the first time last year and loved it. I wanted to incorporate it into as many dishes as possible and came up with this tomato cucumber basil salad. It has quickly become a mainstay at my house. -Jennifer Klann, Corbett, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 English cucumber, quartered and cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 small green pepper, chopped
1/4 cup thinly sliced onions
12 pitted Greek olives, sliced
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil
1/3 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, cubed

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine tomatoes, cucumber, green pepper, onions, olives, parsley and basil. In a small bowl, whisk oil, vinegars, sugar, salt, oregano and pepper. Pour over salad; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes. Just before serving, toss in cheese. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160 calories, Fat 14g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 265mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SLICED HEIRLOOM TOMATO STACK WITH MOZZARELLA CHEESE



Sliced Heirloom Tomato Stack with Mozzarella Cheese image

Provided by Michael Chiarello : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 vine ripened tomatoes
Gray sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 (4-ounce) ball fresh mozzarella
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, to drizzle

Steps:

  • Cut the bottom of the tomatoes enough so that they will stand. Slice the tomatoes into 1/2-inch thick slices (about 2 or 3), leaving the stem on top.
  • Season the slices with salt and pepper, to taste.
  • For each tomato, top the bottom slice with some of the cheese. Repeat with the remaining slices, and build the tomato to its original form, finishing with the top. Top with a drizzle of olive oil, if desired.

GRILLED CUCUMBERS WITH TOMATO-CARDAMOM DRESSING AND MOZZARELLA



Grilled Cucumbers With Tomato-Cardamom Dressing and Mozzarella image

Grilling cucumbers gives them a nice charred flavor while retaining their bite. Try to buy Persian cucumbers that are thicker as the thin ones can often be too flimsy to cook. Torn mozzarella adds richness to the cucumbers doused with a garlicky, spiced tomato dressing. (Feel free to cook the cucumbers on an outdoor grill, treating them in the same way.) If you're into creamy cheeses, then burrata works very well here, too - or, you could keep this dish vegan by leaving out the mozzarella completely. It will still have a wonderful umami flavor without it. Make this a complete meal by serving alongside your protein of choice.

Provided by Yotam Ottolenghi

Categories     dinner, lunch, vegetables, side dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 side-dish servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

8 ounces/225 grams datterini or cherry tomatoes
7 tablespoons olive oil
4 garlic cloves, peeled and thinly sliced
1 teaspoon white miso
3 fresh bay leaves
9 cardamom pods, shells reserved and seeds roughly crushed in a mortar and pestle
1/4 teaspoon sweet paprika or Kashmiri chile powder
Fine sea salt and black pepper
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 1/4 pounds/565 grams large Persian cucumbers
1 tablespoon olive oil
Fine sea salt and black pepper
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves and soft stems
1 small ball buffalo mozzarella (about 4 1/2 ounces/125 grams), roughly torn

Steps:

  • Start with the dressing: Add the tomatoes, oil, garlic, miso, bay leaves, cardamom shells and seeds, paprika and a heaping ¼ teaspoon salt to a large (lidded) sauté pan. Place over medium-high heat, give everything a good stir and leave it, uncovered, until it starts to bubble gently.
  • Once bubbling, turn the heat down to medium-low, cover with the lid and cook gently for 15 minutes, stirring once, until the tomatoes have burst and start to release their juices. Turn down the heat if necessary; you want the garlic to soften without taking on color, and you want the tomatoes to not completely disintegrate. Stir in the lime juice and set aside.
  • Heat a grill pan over high, and ventilate your kitchen well.
  • Halve the cucumbers lengthwise then use a small spoon to scrape out and discard the seeds. Slice each halved cucumber lengthwise into 2 equal pieces, then transfer the cucumber quarters to a bowl and toss with the oil, ½ teaspoon salt and a good grind of pepper. When the grill pan is very hot, grill them in batches, cut sides down, for 2 to 3 minutes, then flip them over and grill for 1 to 2 minutes more. You want nice grill marks and for the cucumbers to soften but still retain a bite. (You don't want any floppy cucumbers.) As they're ready, immediately transfer to the tomato pan, stirring to coat in the dressing.
  • Once they're all grilled, stir the cilantro into the pan and transfer the mixture to a large serving platter with a lip. Sprinkle on the torn mozzarella, along with a good pinch of salt, and tuck the cheese under the cucumbers in places. You can serve this dish hot or at room temperature.

TOMATO CUCUMBER SALAD WITH MOZZARELLA



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Red wine vinaigrette perks up this medley of crisp cucumbers, bright red tomatoes and creamy mozzarella cheese. This one looks just as good as it tastes. Thanks to Renae Boothroyd of Raeford, North Carolina for sharing the recipe.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

5 plum tomatoes, chopped
1 medium cucumber, coarsely chopped
8 ounces cubed part-skim mozzarella cheese
1 cup red or white wine vinaigrette

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the tomatoes, cucumber and cheese. Add dressing; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 188 calories, Fat 15g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 632mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

TOMATO-CUCUMBER STACK W/ FRESH MOZZARELLA



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I had never heard of this dish before tasting it last summer at my fiancee's house. Then, everywhere I went it began to pop up. Its simple, down-to-earth charm depends upon the freshness of the ingredients- I can't wait for tomato season to return!

Provided by skat5762

Categories     Cheese

Time 1h

Yield 4-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 medium cucumber, sliced 1/4-inch
2 -3 tomatoes, sliced 1/4-inch (preferably vine-ripened)
1/4 red onion, very thinly sliced
8 large fresh basil leaves, chopped
3 tablespoons good quality balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon good quality olive oil
2 -3 cloves garlic, minced
1 pinch sugar
1 pinch red pepper flakes
fresh mozzarella cheese, , sliced 1/4-inch (, fromaggio di buffalo)

Steps:

  • Combine vinegar and oil in small bowl; whisk in garlic, sugar and red pepper flakes.
  • Arrange in individual stacks, or together on a serving platter, as follows: Cucumber, tomato, onion, mozzarella.
  • Repeat layers as necessary.
  • Scatter basil leaves liberally.
  • Drizzle vinaigrette; best if flavors are left to marinate for one hour.

Tips:

  • Choose ripe and flavorful tomatoes for the best taste.
  • Use a variety of colors and shapes of tomatoes to create a visually appealing stack.
  • Slice the tomatoes evenly so that they stack neatly.
  • Use fresh mozzarella cheese for the best creamy and tangy flavor.
  • Slice the mozzarella cheese thinly so that it melts easily.
  • Add a drizzle of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and fresh herbs for extra flavor.
  • Serve the tomato cucumber stack immediately after assembly, or chill it for a few hours before serving.

Conclusion:

The tomato cucumber stack with fresh mozzarella is a refreshing and flavorful appetizer or side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With its vibrant colors and delicious flavors, this dish is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.

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