![Tomato and Mozzarella Salad Recipe](https://files.recipetips.com/images/recipe/salad/tomato_mozzarella_salad.jpg) | Directions |
- Slice tomatoes into medium width slices. Slice fresh mozzarella into slices that are similar in width to the tomatoes.
- Place tomatoes and mozzarella on a plate, alternating the tomatoes with the slices of cheese. Sprinkle salt, pepper, and herbs over the cheese and tomatoes.
- Prepare vinaigrette by whisking together the vinegar and the olive oil. Drizzle the vinaigrette over all ingredients on the serving plate.
- Garnish with basil leaves, if desired, and serve.
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Prep Time: 30 minutes Servings: 4
| ![](https://files.recipetips.com/images/spacer.gif) | Ingredients | - | ![](https://files.recipetips.com/images/spacer.gif) | SALAD: |
- | ![](https://files.recipetips.com/images/spacer.gif) | 4 large ripe tomatoes, sliced |
- | ![](https://files.recipetips.com/images/spacer.gif) | 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese |
- | ![](https://files.recipetips.com/images/spacer.gif) | 1 teaspoon fresh basil - use extra leaves for garnish |
- | ![](https://files.recipetips.com/images/spacer.gif) | 1 teaspoon fresh oregano |
- | ![](https://files.recipetips.com/images/spacer.gif) | 1 pinch kosher salt--or season to taste |
- | ![](https://files.recipetips.com/images/spacer.gif) | 1 pinch fresh ground pepper - or season to taste |
- | ![](https://files.recipetips.com/images/spacer.gif) | DRESSING: |
- | ![](https://files.recipetips.com/images/spacer.gif) | 3 tablespoons balsamic or red wine vinegar |
- | ![](https://files.recipetips.com/images/spacer.gif) | 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil |
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