There is nothing better then a fresh cool salad in the summer.
This one is easy and quick and so good.
I'm calling it tomato basil since I used fresh basil from my garden of herbs.
To start,
I gathered my ingredients.
Fresh, Roma tomatoes about 2 or more depending on how many you have for dinner.
One cucumber, again this can be adjusted to your need.
Fresh baby Bella mushrooms and one green pepper.
Fresh basil shredded with my kitchen scissors
and last, mozzarella cheese, shredded or cut into squares if you have a block of cheese.
I use fresh cheese when I can.
Pine nuts is also a very good addition added to the mix.
The dressing is one of my favorites called Super Fruits Balsamic Vinaigrette by, Walden Farms.
It is perfect for anyone eating gluten free and has no calories, fat, sugar or preservatives.
It taste great too.
You know these calorie free dressing are not worth it if they taste bad, but I can say, this one is great.
Add a few sprigs of fresh basil after chopping and adding the peppers, tomatoes, mushrooms and cucumbers.
Shredding with my kitchen scissors and toss through.
Once mixed, I place all in this pretty old Pyrex glass bowl.
At this point, you can mix the dressing throughout and toss
or let each one add their own dressing.
Sprinkle the shredded cheese and enjoy!
So good when served with grilled Bratwurst or any main dish meat, pasta or rice.
It's a nice meal when the days are so hot you don't feel like eating much!!
I added a slice of gluten free bread baked from a mix by King Arthur brand.
It was easy, quick and very good toasted.
My little basil tip.
When I pick fresh basil for cooking.
I cut a few stems and wash leaving the stems in place while in the fridge.
Shake off the moisture leaving a bit in place to store in a sandwich bag with a bit of the zip lock open for air flow.
It lasts a few days and ready to use when needed.
Hope you might try this easy and quick summer salad.
Bon Appetit
~See you next time~
