Tomato Basil & Mozzarella Tower

by Metabolic Meals

by Metabolic Meals

Updated Dec 15, 2023

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Hmmm, the power of cheese? If you’re looking for a low-carb, high protein light summer entrée to complement your sets of dumbbell curls and leg extensions, look no further than a good ole fashion tomato mozzarella salad.

The mozzarella is very high in protein (18g in this single serve recipe), and is packed full of calcium.

Basil packs a wallop of nutritious benefits, including being a very good source of vitamin A (through its concentration of carotenoids such as beta-carotene). The beta-carotene found in basil may help to lessen the progression of free radical damage. The list goes on, as basil is also a good source of magnesium, an excellent source of vitamin K and manganese, a very good source of copper and vitamin C, and a good source of calcium, iron, folate and omega-3 fatty acids.

And does anyone really doubt the magic of summerlicious vine ripened tomatoes? Your body will love you for eating fresh tomatoes!

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Tomato Basil & Mozzarella Tower Ingredients (1 serving)

  • 1 Large vine ripened, organic tomato, cored, and cut into 3 thick slices
  • 2 Slices fresh mozzarella, ¼ inch thick
  • 4 fresh basil leaves
  • 1 tablespoons virgin olive oil, as needed
  • 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
  • Sea salt and cracked black pepper to taste

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Preparation

  1. Lay the tomatoes and mozzarella flat on a prep area (without any overlapping).
  2. Season the pieces with the sea salt and cracked black pepper.
  3. To construct the tower, place a tomato slice down first in the center of a plate.
  4. Next place a slice of mozzarella, alternating with the remaining pieces.
  5. Drizzle the olive oil and balsamic around the plate.
  6. Sprinkle the top with a dash of sea salt and cracked black pepper.
  7. Chiffonade (slice thinly) 3 leaves of the basil and spread around the plate.
  8. Garnish the top with 1 full basil leaf.
  9. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Calories 319
Total Fat 33g
Carbohydrates 4g
Protein 19g

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Photographer: Carmen Troesser

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