Sliced heirloom tomatoes topped with fresh basil and shaved mozzarella then drizzled with balsamic vinegar. This heirloom tomato salad is both refreshing and healthy.
I love heirloom tomatoes. Those gorgeous colors. The refreshing taste. How can I resist buying them? I really can’t. I mean, look at them!
Heirloom tomatoes taste amazing on their own. And they’re best when eaten raw. So of course I want to toss them in a salad.
What I love most about this salad is that it features heirloom tomatoes as the main ingredient. Tossed with just basil, mozzarella, and a touch of balsamic vinegar, this heirloom tomato is simply yet refreshing and embodies the essence of spring.
Slice a large heirloom tomato into thick slices. Tear up basil leaves and shave the mozzarella cheese. I used a vegetable peeler to shave the mozzarella. Then drizzle good quality balsamic vinegar over the salad for a tangy taste. Or if you prefer a caprese type of salad, you can drizzle olive oil instead.
I used Black Currant Balsamic Vinegar from Gourmet Blends, but you can use whatever you like.
Simple, right?
Fresh from the market to your table.
Enjoy!
- 1 large heirloom tomato
- ¼ cup basil leaves, torn
- ⅛ - ¼ cup shaved mozzarella
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Slice the heirloom tomatoes into thick slices.
- Top the heirloom tomatoes with torn basil leaves and shaved mozzarella cheese. Drizzle balsamic vinegar over the salad.
- Serve the salad cold.
looks amazing – I love heirlooms!!
Looks great! I love growing much of my own summer vegetables, and tomatoes are number one on the list. Perhaps you have tried them halved or sliced, drizzled with olive oil, sprinkled with fresh oregano and parmesan, and then grilled or baked?
I haven’t, but it sounds really good so I will have to!
Gorgeous! Can’t wait until tomato season starts up on the East Coast 🙂
Delicious & fresh, thanks for this recipe. I love that it’s easy too.
Ooh! I never thought to SHAVE the mozzarella! Great idea!
You gave me an excuse to grow some heirlooms this summer between road trips!
This is a Win! Win!
Just a photo of an heirloom tomato causes my pulse to quicken. Looks delicious. 🙂
Yum! Looks simple, fresh, and delicious as always!
Danika Maia
http://www.danikamaia.com
I really enjoy heirloom tomatoes and your recipe is one I MUST try. I put out a small garden every year, and my tomatoes are my pride and joy. I even give them words of encouragement. Very nice pictures in your post, too! I’m hungry now!