# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 3 large ripe tomatoes, sliced
02 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
→ Dairy
03 - 9 oz fresh mozzarella, sliced
→ Fresh Herbs
04 - 1 cup fresh basil leaves, divided
→ Basil Vinaigrette
05 - 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
06 - 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
07 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
08 - 1 tsp Dijon mustard
09 - 1/4 tsp sea salt
10 - 1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper
→ Garnish
11 - Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
12 - Flaky sea salt, to taste
# How To Make It:
01 - Combine 1/2 cup basil leaves, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, Dijon mustard, sea salt, and black pepper in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth and vibrant green. Adjust seasoning to taste.
02 - On a large platter or individual bowls, layer sliced tomatoes, halved cherry tomatoes, and sliced mozzarella alternately to create a classic presentation.
03 - Drizzle the prepared basil vinaigrette evenly over the arranged tomatoes and mozzarella.
04 - Scatter the remaining basil leaves over the salad and season with flaky sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste.
05 - Present the salad promptly for optimal freshness as a light meal or starter.
