Italian Tomato Salad

The basil really makes this salad. Be sure to use good quality tomatoes. Enjoy!

• Ready In: 15 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 4  large  ripe tomatoes (preferably organic)
• 1⁄2 lb  fresh mozzarella cheese (preferably buffalo) or 1⁄2 lb bocconcini
• 12  fresh basil leaves
• 1  tablespoon white wine vinegar
• 5  tablespoons olive oil
• 1⁄4 cup black olives
• 1⁄4 teaspoon dried oregano
•  salt and pepper

Directions

1. Wash the tomatoes well.
2. Cut crosswise to make 1cm slices.
3. Cut the fresh cheese to make 1/2cm slices.
4. Wash the basil leaves.
5. In a small bowl, mix vinegar, olive oil and dried oregano.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. On a large serving plate, arrange tomato slices and black olives.
8. Top with sliced cheese and sprinkle dressing over the salad.
9. Garnish with basil leaves.