HEIRLOOM TOMATO, MOZZARELLA AND BASIL SIDE DISH
This is a 5 minute "recipe". It's so simple it's silly. We came up with the idea when planning the food for my wedding last summer. We did all the cooking for 100 ourselves and really had no way to use my stove on the big day. Everything we served, except the salmon on the outdoor bbq, was a cold dish. The challenge we had was coming up with a vegetable "side" dish, that wasn't a salad to go with the salmon. This was the perfect answer. It was a huge hit. I think the key was using fabulous heirloom tomatoes, if you can't get heirlooms, use the best tastiest tomatoes you can. Using "buffalo mozzarella" is great if you have it. This recipe is just for 2 servings...it's obviously easy to adjust! You do need a knife and fork for this. Enjoy!!
Provided by Mrs Goodall
Categories Vegetable
Time 5m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cut the tomato in half. If tomato will not sit flat, take a small thin slice off of the bottom.
- Place 1 piece of mozzarella on top of each tomato half.
- Chiffonade the basil into thin strips and place 1/2 the basil on top of the mozzarella.
- Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic (no need to pre-mix the two together) over the tomato/mozzarella/basil.
- Serve with salt to taste (we let guests add their own).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 137.1, Fat 13.7, SaturatedFat 1.9, Sodium 5, Carbohydrate 3.8, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 2.4, Protein 0.9
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Lucy Kibicho
l50@gmail.comI'm not a big fan of tomatoes, but I really enjoyed this dish. The mozzarella and basil helped to balance out the tartness of the tomatoes.
Hassan-ali Bharwan
h-bharwan19@yahoo.comThis dish is so easy to make, and it's so delicious. I'm definitely going to be making it again soon.
ALWAYSinREDgang __DEAD__
alwaysinredgang__@hotmail.comI made this dish for a potluck, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors.
Anjoola Abiara
a.anjoola@aol.comThis dish is a great way to use up leftover tomatoes. I had a bunch of tomatoes that were starting to go bad, and this recipe was the perfect way to use them up.
Favour Ambrose
ambrose19@hotmail.frI'm so glad I found this recipe! It's a healthy and refreshing side dish that's perfect for summer. I'll definitely be making it again.
Akhi khaton
akhi_k63@hotmail.comThis dish is a great starting point for creating your own variations. I've tried it with different types of tomatoes, cheeses, and herbs. It's always delicious!
Nshabompurira Fortunate
fortunate_nshabompurira77@yahoo.comI would make this dish again, but I would make a few changes. I would use a different type of cheese, such as feta or goat cheese. I would also add some chopped nuts or seeds for a bit of crunch.
Makaylah Gonzales
gonzales62@gmail.comOverall, I thought this dish was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it didn't wow me either.
Kgomo Godfrey
kgomo.godfrey63@aol.comThis recipe was a bit too time-consuming for a weeknight meal. I would recommend making it on a weekend when you have more time.
Rajan tmg
rajant@yahoo.comI found that the tomatoes were a bit too juicy for this dish. I would recommend using a variety of tomatoes, including some that are less juicy.
Khaliah Khaliah
k-k7@hotmail.comThis dish was a bit too simple for my taste. I would have liked to see some additional ingredients or flavors.
Rana Javed Javed
j_rana@gmail.comI'm not a huge fan of tomatoes, but I really enjoyed this dish. The mozzarella and basil helped to balance out the tartness of the tomatoes.
Yigal Ben Efraim
y_e42@yahoo.comThis recipe is a great way to showcase fresh, seasonal tomatoes. I used a variety of colors and sizes, and it was a beautiful dish.
Aquila Durrant
d.aquila64@gmail.comI was a bit skeptical about using heirloom tomatoes, but I'm so glad I did! They were so flavorful and juicy. This dish is a keeper!
Joanna Alvarengas
joanna_alvarengas@gmail.comThis side dish is so easy to make, and it's so delicious. I love the way the flavors of the tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil come together. It's the perfect addition to any summer meal.
Nadiifo Axmed
nadiifo-a@gmail.comI've made this recipe several times, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the vibrant colors of the heirloom tomatoes, and the combination of flavors is just perfect. It's a great dish for any occasion.
NsambaHasan
nsambahasan22@yahoo.comThis simple yet flavorful dish was a hit at our summer gathering. The heirloom tomatoes were bursting with sweetness, and the fresh mozzarella and basil added a creamy and aromatic touch. It was a perfect side dish that complemented our grilled meats