Ingredients:

  • 1 lb ripe heirloom tomatoes, sliced 1/4 inch thick
  • 8 oz fresh mozzarella, sliced 1/4 inch thick
  • 1 bunch fresh basil leaves
  • 1 pinch flaky sea salt
  • 1 pinch freshly cracked black pepper
  • 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp aged balsamic vinegar
  • 1 small clove garlic, minced

Instructions:

  1. Wash the tomatoes and basil thoroughly. Slice the tomatoes into uniform rounds and the mozzarella to match the thickness of the tomatoes.
  2. On a platter, overlap the tomato slices and mozzarella slices in an alternating pattern, tucking a whole basil leaf between each slice.
  3. Whisk the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and minced garlic together until emulsified. Drizzle the mixture evenly over the salad and finish with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt and black pepper immediately before serving.