Heirloom Tomato Salad with Arugula and Balsamic Glaze

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serves 6 as side dish
​Heirloom tomato salad with arugula and balsamic glaze is the ultimate summer meal. Fresh mozzarella goes perfectly in this caprese”esque” salad, as does the light lemon dressing on the arugula. Fast, healthy, delicious and beautiful!
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients

• 2 – 3 large heirloom, vine ripened, or home grown tomatoes
• 1 ball of fresh mozzarella cheese (about 8 oz)
• 6 cup of arugula (or butter lettuce if you don’t like arugula)
• 1/4 cup balsamic glaze

Dressing

• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• freshly ground pepper to taste

Preparation​​

1. With a serrated knife, or very sharp chef’s knife, slice the tomatoes into 1/4 inch slices. Set aside.
2. Slice the fresh mozzarella into 1/4 slices. Set aside.
3. Rough chop the arugula if desired.
4. Whisk the dressing ingredients in a medium mixing bowl, then add the chopped arugula. Toss to combine.
5. Add the dressed arugula to your serving platter. Next layer your tomatoes and mozzarella slices on top of the salad. Finally, drizzle the balsamic glaze on top. Dig in!

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