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Appetizer Platter - Fresh Mozzarella Cheese with Tomatoes

Greg Antonelli
Course Salad, Side Dish

Ingredients
  

  • 5 fresh mozzarella balls 4 oz each
  • 5 red tomatoes
  • 1 large bunch fresh basil separated into leaves
  • 1 head red leaf lettuce separated into leaves
  • balsamic vinegar
  • olive oil
  • salt and freshly ground pepper
  • chopped parsley

Instructions
 

  • Spread leaf lettuce over platter. Set aside. Slice mozzarella balls and tomatoes into 1/2 inch slices. Layer cheese and tomato slices on basil leaves. Place on platter in a decorative manner. Continue layering until all basil leaves, cheese, and tomatoes are used. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and olive oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper; garnish with parsley. Makes 8 servings. Enjoy!