Ingredients:
16 oz grape tomatoes or cherry tomatoes
6-8 oz fresh mozzarella
1 avocado
2 tbsp fresh basil chopped
1 tbsp Bella Nonnas Basil Infused Olive Oil
a pinch of salt and pepper
1 tbsp Bella Nonnas 18 Year Old Traditional Balsamic Vinegar
Instructions:
Slice grape tomatoes into halves and cut avocados into small pieces. Drain liquid from fresh mozzarella and pat dry. Cut fresh mozzarella into halves (optional). Slice fresh basil into thin strips.
Bring grape tomatoes, avocados, fresh mozzarella and fresh basil into a large bowl. Add sweet basil extra virgin olive oil, salt and pepper. Toss to combine.
Bring everything into a serving plate or bowl. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar.
Serve and enjoy!
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