Heirloom Tomato and Mozzarella Salad

By Executive Chef Justin Wangler 
on July 4th, 2016
In: Recipes

Here at Kendall-Jackson, we’re crazy about heirloom tomatoes. There’s just something special about biting into a meaty heirloom tomato — it’s so much more satisfying than those store bought, thin-skinned tomatoes that don’t hold any flavor.

To highlight the heirloom tomato and let it speak for itself, we want to share this stunning heirloom tomato & mozzarella salad recipe with you! This bright summer salad is perfect for outdoor barbecues, a date night in or with a nice side of grilled beef. Pair it with our Kendall-Jackson Grand Reserve Chardonnay and you’ve got yourself a new instant favorite that won’t have you spending all day in the kitchen!

To highlight the heirloom tomato and let it speak for itself, we want to share this stunning heirloom tomato & mozzarella salad recipe with you! This bright summer salad is perfect for outdoor barbecues, a date night in or with a nice side of grilled beef.

To highlight the heirloom tomato and let it speak for itself, we want to share this stunning heirloom tomato & mozzarella salad recipe with you! This bright summer salad is perfect for outdoor barbecues, a date night in or with a nice side of grilled beef.

To highlight the heirloom tomato and let it speak for itself, we want to share this stunning heirloom tomato & mozzarella salad recipe with you! This bright summer salad is perfect for outdoor barbecues, a date night in or with a nice side of grilled beef.

To highlight the heirloom tomato and let it speak for itself, we want to share this stunning heirloom tomato & mozzarella salad recipe with you! This bright summer salad is perfect for outdoor barbecues, a date night in or with a nice side of grilled beef.

To highlight the heirloom tomato and let it speak for itself, we want to share this stunning heirloom tomato & mozzarella salad recipe with you! This bright summer salad is perfect for outdoor barbecues, a date night in or with a nice side of grilled beef.To highlight the heirloom tomato and let it speak for itself, we want to share this stunning heirloom tomato & mozzarella salad recipe with you! This bright summer salad is perfect for outdoor barbecues, a date night in or with a nice side of grilled beef.

To highlight the heirloom tomato and let it speak for itself, we want to share this stunning heirloom tomato & mozzarella salad recipe with you! This bright summer salad is perfect for outdoor barbecues, a date night in or with a nice side of grilled beef.

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Heirloom Tomato & Mozzarella Salad
 
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Recipe type: Appetizer
 
 
 
Serves: 4
 
We love heirloom tomatoes here at Kendall-Jackson! A perfect side to grilled beef, this simple summer salad is one our favorites.
Ingredients
  • 2½ lbs. heirloom tomatoes, mixed varieties
  • ¼ cup good quality extra virgin olive oil
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • ¼ cup micro basil or 1 dozen basil leaves, sliced & torn
  • 2 large balls fresh mozzarella, cut into wedges
  • Flaked sea salt, such as Maldon
 
Instructions
  1. Slice the tomatoes in wedges (3/4 to 1-inch thick).
  2. In a large bowl, add tomatoes, olive oil, kosher salt, pepper and half of the basil.
  3. Toss and allow to marinate for 2 minutes.
  4. Arrange the sliced tomatoes and mozzarella on a serving plate – showcasing each color.
  5. Pour the marinating liquid over the sliced tomatoes and mozzarella.
  6. Garnish with remaining basil and sprinkle with sea salt and pepper.
  7. Serve with Kendall-Jackson Grand Reserve Chardonnay
 
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Photography by Katie Wahlman