🛒 Ingredients
• Fresh mozzarella cheese 🧀
• Ripe tomatoes 🍅
• Cherry tomatoes 🍒
• Fresh basil leaves 🌿
• Extra virgin olive oil 🫒
• Salt 🧂
• Freshly ground black pepper 🌶️
👩🍳 Instructions
- Slice the fresh mozzarella and the large tomatoes into even rounds 🍅🧀
- Arrange the tomato slices in a circle on a large white plate. Place mozzarella slices on top, alternating to create a flower-like pattern 🌸
- In the center, shape thin slices of mozzarella into a rose 🌹
- Arrange cherry tomatoes around the mozzarella rose for a pop of color 🍒
- Garnish each mozzarella slice with a fresh basil leaf 🌿
- Drizzle everything with extra virgin olive oil 🫒
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste ✨
😋 Serving Tip
Serve fresh at room temperature and enjoy as a light appetizer or elegant side dish. Simple, classic, and delicious!