Mozzarella and Tomato Salad Recipe

Mozzarella and Tomato Salad

Ingredients

• 8 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar
• 4 Tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil
• 4 cups mixed greens
• 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced into 1/4" rounds
• 4 plum tomatoes, quartered and seeded
• 4 Tbsp. Basil pesto (can be purchased at the grocery store)
• 1 tsp. chopped fresh chives
• 4 chives, cut in half, for garnish
• Sea salt, to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Mix the balsamic vinegar with the olive oil in a small bowl.
2. Toss the greens with half of the balsamic vinaigrette and portion onto 4 plates.
3. Place the mozzarella on top of the greens.
4. Lay the tomatoes on top of the mozzarella.
5. Add pesto and drizzle remaining vinaigrette onto cheese and tomatoes.
6. Sprinkle with chopped chives.
7. Place the lengthwise-cut chives on top of the salad.
8. Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.