Cherry Tomato and Mozzarella Salad

Ingredients

• 1.3 lb sungold cherry tomatoes sweet stemmed rinsed (or a mixture)
• 8 servings sea salt 
• 0.5 cup basil leaves fresh loosely packed rinsed
• 8 ounces mozzarella cheese fresh drained (often labeled bocconcini)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil extra-virgin

Equipment

• bowl
• knife

Directions

1. Cut cherry tomatoes in half with a sharp knife.
2. Cut bocconcini in half. Tear basil leaves into small pieces. In a bowl, gently mix cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil.
3. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil and sprinkle lightly with salt; add more oil and salt to taste.