GARLIC-BASIL TOMATOES WITH MOZZARELLA

Garlic-Basil Tomatoes with Mozzarella image

This salad is the perfect showcase for your fresh garden tomatoes and basil!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Time 3h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

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

Steps:

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

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170, Carbohydrate 4 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 190 mg