# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 3 large ripe tomatoes, sliced
02 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
→ Dairy
03 - 9 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced
→ Fresh Herbs
04 - 1 cup fresh basil leaves, divided
→ Basil Vinaigrette
05 - 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
06 - 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
07 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
08 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
09 - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
10 - 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Garnish
11 - Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
12 - Flaky sea salt, to taste
# Directions:
01 - Combine half of the basil leaves with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, sea salt, and black pepper in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth and vibrantly green. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
02 - Layer sliced tomatoes, halved cherry tomatoes, and fresh mozzarella on a large platter or individual serving dishes, alternating for visual appeal.
03 - Drizzle the prepared basil vinaigrette generously over the arranged tomatoes and cheese.
04 - Scatter the remaining fresh basil leaves atop the salad and season with flaky sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste.
05 - Present immediately as a light meal or refreshing starter.
