Best Fresh Mozzarella With Red And Yellow Tomatoes And Basil Vinaigrette Recipes

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MARINATED TOMATO SALAD WITH BASIL & MOZZARELLA



Marinated Tomato Salad with Basil & Mozzarella image

This Marinated Tomato Salad recipe is quick and easy to make. Tomatoes are tossed with basil, herb dressing, and fresh mozzarella cheese!

Provided by Christine Rooney

Categories     Side Dish

Time 2h15m

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 cups diced tomatoes (such as roma or cherry tomatoes)
4 Tbsp. olive oil
2 Tbsp. red wine vinegar
2 tsp. Dijon mustard
2 cloves garlic
1/2 tsp. Italian seasoning
1/4 tsp. kosher salt (plus more for garnish)
1/4 tsp. pepper (plus more for garnish)
1 8 oz. package marinated mozzarella balls (or fresh mozzarella)
1/3 cup fresh basil

Steps:

  • Dice tomatoes until you have enough for 6 cups (the amount of tomatoes used will vary depending on the variety of tomato used). You can dice the tomatoes as large or small as you like.
  • Place the diced tomatoes in a large serving bowl.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 cup, Calories 136 kcal, Carbohydrate 10 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 1 mg, Sodium 112 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 6 g

FRESH MOZZARELLA AND TOMATO



Fresh Mozzarella and Tomato image

Looking for a quick appetizer idea? Then check out this cheese and fresh tomatoes recipe that requires no cooking at all and is ready in just 30 minutes!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 medium tomatoes, cut into 1/4-inch slices
8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/4-inch slices
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic or red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves
Freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • On round plate, arrange tomato and cheese slices alternately. Drizzle oil and vinegar over tomatoes and cheese. Sprinkle with basil and pepper.
  • Let stand at room temperature 20 minutes to blend flavors. Cover and refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Carbohydrate 8 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 310 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

TOMATOES STUFFED WITH FRESH MOZZARELLA AND BASIL



Tomatoes Stuffed with Fresh Mozzarella and Basil image

Provided by Colin Cowie

Categories     Blender     Cheese     Herb     Tomato     No-Cook     Mozzarella     Basil     Summer     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Vinaigrette
1 cup (packed) fresh basil leaves (from 1 large bunch)
1/2 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon Sherry wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Salad
6 medium tomatoes with stems still attached
2 7-ounce balls fresh water-packed mozzarella cheese, drained, cut into 1/4-inch cubes
1 1/2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh basil
6 fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • For vinaigrette:
  • Blend all ingredients in blender until basil is very finely chopped and vinaigrette is thick; season to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be made 6 hours ahead. Cover and chill.)
  • For salad:
  • Cut small skin-deep X on end opposite stem of each tomato. Drop tomatoes into saucepan of boiling water; cook 30 seconds. Using slotted spoon, transfer tomatoes to plate. Starting at X, peel skin off tomatoes. Cut 1/3 to 1/2 inch off end opposite stem of each tomato. Using small spoon, scoop out insides of tomatoes, leaving shells intact. Mix cubed mozzarella cheese and chopped basil in medium bowl. Divide cheese mixture among tomato shells, packing gently. (Can be made 2 hours ahead. Cover tomatoes and chill. Bring to room temperature before continuing.)
  • Invert 1 filled tomato on each plate. Pour vinaigrette into 6 shot glasses. Place 1 shot glass next to each tomato. Garnish each tomato with basil leaf.

GARLIC-BASIL TOMATOES WITH MOZZARELLA



Garlic-Basil Tomatoes with Mozzarella image

This salad is the perfect showcase for your fresh garden tomatoes and basil!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 3h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 medium tomatoes, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil leaves or 1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1/8 teaspoon salt
3 drops red pepper sauce
2 large garlic cloves, finely chopped
8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
Salad greens, if desired

Steps:

  • Place tomatoes in glass or plastic dish.
  • Shake remaining ingredients except cheese and salad greens in tightly covered container. Pour over tomatoes. Cover and refrigerate at least 3 hours to blend flavors, turning occasionally.
  • Layer cheese alternately with tomatoes on salad greens.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170, Carbohydrate 4 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 190 mg

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