Caprese Tomatoes

Portions:6
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
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Ingredients

  • 6 oz. fresh mozzarella preferably bocconcini, sliced into small rounds
  • 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tsp. Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp. Flaky sea salt such as “Maldon”
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 6 plum tomatoes
  • 6 Fresh basil leaves torn
  • Balsamic glaze for drizzling

Instructions

  • Combine mozzarella, olive oil, Italian seasoning and salt in a small bowl.
  • Season to taste with pepper and marinate while you prepare tomatoes.
  • Slice each tomato crosswise, like an accordion, making sure not to cut all the way through.
  • Place cut tomatoes on a serving platter.
  • Insert marinated cheese slices and pieces of torn basil into each slit.
  • Drizzle tomatoes with balsamic glaze before serving.
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