Tomato Mozzarella and Basil Salad
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/4 teaspoon English dry mustard
1/8 teaspoon sugar
2 large vine-ripened tomatoes, cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices
3/4 pound fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
6 to 8 large fresh basil leaves, sliced thin
To make dressing, whisk olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, mustard
and
sugar. Use at room temperature.
Arrange sliced tomatoes alternately with cheese slices on a platter.
Season
with salt and pepper, and drizzle with dressing. Sprinkle basil ribbons
all
over.
Serves 4 to 6.
