Fresh Tomato Mozzarella Salad Recipe with Basil and Lemon Vinaigrette

Fresh Tomato Mozzarella Salad Recipe with Basil and Lemon Vinaigrette

Looking for a light, refreshing summer dish that makes the most of your garden or farm-fresh tomatoes? This easy Tomato Mozzarella Salad is a seasonal favorite that’s bursting with flavor and color. Made with juicy homegrown tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, fragrant basil, and a zesty lemon vinaigrette, it’s the perfect side dish for backyard barbecues, weekday dinners, or picnic lunches. Best of all, it comes together in just minutes.

Ingredients (Serves 4)
3 Tbsp fresh lemon juice

1/2 tsp salt, plus more to taste

1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper, plus more to taste

3 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

1 1/4 lbs homegrown tomatoes (a mix of cherry, grape, plum, or slicing tomatoes)

6 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, drained and sliced

2 Tbsp thinly sliced fresh basil leaves

Instructions
In a medium bowl, whisk together lemon juice, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Slowly whisk in the olive oil until the dressing is well combined.

Prepare the tomatoes:

Slice larger tomatoes into 1/4-inch-thick rounds.

Cut plum tomatoes into wedges.

Halve cherry, grape, or teardrop tomatoes.

On a serving platter, alternate layers of tomatoes and mozzarella slices.

Drizzle the lemon vinaigrette over the salad.

Sprinkle with fresh basil and additional salt and pepper to taste.

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Where to Find the Freshest Ingredients
Stop by our Country Store in Belleville, IL for just-picked tomatoes in the summer—straight from our fields to your table. Taste the difference of truly fresh produce grown with care.