There is nothing better and more refreshing than fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil combined together and topped with a little of the best balsamic and sea salt. These are bite size and no mess. A perfect appetizer and crowd pleaser for any party.
Serves a party size of 8-10
Ingredients:
20 Cherry Tomatoes
1 container of Fresh Mozzarella "Cherry" size
20 Leaves Fresh Basil
Balsamic Reduction, we only use Gourmet Blends original
HEPP'S Signature Flake Sea Salt
20 toothpicks
(We found this basil plant at our local Ralphs, now we are growing our own!)
Directions:
Rinse tomatoes and set aside to dry.
Pull basil leaves from steams.
Drain mozzarella.
One by one, place a toothpick through the middle of the tomato, a leaf of basil on top (if the leaves are big you can fold them or cut them to fit), a circle of mozzarella on top of the basil, then the other tomato on top of that.
Drizzle a plate or platter with balsamic reduction and arrange as you wish, finish with HEPP'S Signature flake Sea Salton top. Store them covered in the fridge.
*Alternatives: Add HEPP'S Applewood or 7-fire smoked salt for a smoky flavor, or HEPP'S Black Lava Sea salt for beautiful color contrast.