Garlic-Basil Tomatoes with Mozzarella

By Belinda

Ingredients

• 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

Preparation

Step 1

1. Place tomatoes in glass or plastic dish.
2. 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.
3. Layer cheese alternately with tomatoes on salad greens.