Tomato Basil Towers

This is a copy of an appetizer at my favorite restaurant. Its so easy to make, the presentation is impressive and it is a good alternative to green salad!

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 15 mins
• Calories: 440 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
• 1 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
• 2 large beefsteak tomatoes, cut horizontally into 1/2-inch slices
• 8 ounces goat cheese, crumbled

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place 4 tomato slices on a serving platter or individual plates. Place 3 pieces of basil, 1 teaspoon of gorgonzola, and 1 teaspoon goat cheese on top of each slice. Repeat 3 or 4 times to create towers. Then drizzle with balsamic vinegar and oil, and top with gorgonzola.