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Mozzarella, Tomato, and Basil Salad

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Mozzarella, Tomato, and Basil Salad

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Servings: 6

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Mozzarella, Tomato, and Basil Salad Recipe. This is the classic and simple Italian salad.

Ingredients


olive oil 1/2 cup
salt 1 tsp to taste
black pepper 1 tsp to taste
buffalo mozzarella 1 lb sliced into 1/4 inch slices
tomato 4 sliced into 1/4 inch slices
basil (fresh) 2 cups stems removed, washed, and patted dry
lemon 1 juiced


Directions

  1. On a platter layer out the tomatoes.
  2. Layer out the basil leaves over the tomatoes.
  3. Layer out the buffalo mozzarella over the basil leaves.
  4. Combine the olive oil, lemon juice, and salt and pepper to make the dressing.
  5. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and let it stand at room temperature for 1 hour.