Serves 2 as light starter

Ingredients:

• 1 piece Buffalo mozzarella
• 2 pieces Tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons sliced Olives
• 1 tablespoon chopped Parsley
• 3 pieces Anchovy fillets
• Basil leaves for garnish
• Red wine vinegar
• Extra virgin olive oil (EVOO)
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

Prepare Buffalo Mozzarella:

1. Drain the buffalo mozzarella onto paper towels to remove excess moisture.
2. Break the mozzarella into bite-sized pieces.

Season Mozzarella:

1. Season the mozzarella pieces with flaked salt, cracked pepper, and drizzle with extra virgin olive oil.

Prepare Tomato Mixture:

2. In a small bowl, cut the tomatoes into bite-sized pieces.
3. Add sliced olives, chopped parsley, salt, pepper, a splash of red wine vinegar, and extra virgin olive oil to the tomatoes. Mix well.

Assemble the Salad:

1. Add the prepared tomato mixture to a serving bowl.
2. Arrange the seasoned buffalo mozzarella on top and around the tomatoes.

Final touches:

1. Place anchovy fillets on the salad.
2. Garnish with fresh basil leaves.
3. Drizzle a bit more extra virgin olive oil over the entire salad.

Serve immediately as a light and refreshing summer starter.

This Buffalo Mozzarella, Summer Tomatoes, Olives, Anchovy, and Basil Salad is a perfect combination of flavours that highlights the freshness of summer ingredients. Enjoy!