TOMATO-MOZZARELLA SALAD

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Ingredients

  • 1 medium red onion, very thinly sliced
  • 4 large tomatoes, preferably vine-ripened or greenhouse, sliced about
  • 1/2 inch thick
  • 1/2 pound nonfat or part-skim mozzarella, thinly sliced or shredded
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh basil
  • 3 to 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons red wine vinegar, or to taste

Preparation

Step 1

Place a layer of onion in a glass or ceramic serving dish. Cover with a layer of tomatoes and a layer of mozzarella. Sprinkle with some of the parsley, basil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Drizzle with a little oil and a splash of vinegar. Continue layering the rest of the ingredients (the number of layers will depend on the size of your dish). Refrigerate until well chilled.