Tomato, Mozzarella, Red Onion Salad Recipe

Name: Tomato, Mozzarella, Red Onion Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 to 3 large firm ripe tomatoes; 1 to 2 red onions; 1 (1 lb.) pkg. Mozzarella cheese; 10 to 12 leaves fresh basil; 1 c. small black olives; 1 to 2 tsp. drained capers*; salt and pepper to taste; sprinkle of parsley; lite olive oil; red wine vinegar

Servings: persons

1
Clean and dry tomatoes; cut into 1/4-inch slices.
2
Peel and cut red onions into 1/4-inch slices.
3
Slice cheese lengthwise thinly using knife or cheese slicer.
4
Arrange tomatoes, onions and cheese circularly around platter, one layer on top of the next. Drain can of olives and pour olives evenly over platter.
5
Season with salt, pepper and parsley.
6
Add fresh basil leaves over the platter in layers or in pieces.
7
Drizzle olive oil and vinegar to taste over platter.
8
Refrigerate after covering with plastic wrap. Serve cold with fresh Italian bread.

144

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 to 3 large firm ripe tomatoes, 1 to 2 red onions, 1 (1 lb.) pkg. Mozzarella cheese, 10 to 12 leaves fresh basil, and more.

Yes, Tomato, Mozzarella, Red Onion Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Tomato, Mozzarella, Red Onion Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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