Description

The hasselback cut of these caprese tomatoes make them special but are so easy and quick to do. Serve them as an appetizer, in place of a salad or as a side dish.

Ingredients

• 6 oz. fresh mozzarella , sliced into small rounds
• 2 T. extra virgin olive oil
• 1 t. Italian seasoning
• 1 t. flaky sea salt
• freshly ground black pepper
• 6 plum or Roma tomatoes
• 6 fresh basil leaves, torn
• balsamic glaze, for drizzling*

Steps

1. Combine mozzarella, olive oil, Italian seasoning and salt in a small bowl; season to taste with pepper; marinate while preparing tomatoes.
2. Slice each tomato crosswise, like an accordion, making sure NOT to cut all the way through. Place cut tomatoes on a serving platter. Insert marinated cheese slices and pieces of torn basil into each slit.
3. Drizzle tomatoes with balsamic glaze before serving.