Tomato-Cucumber Stack

== Description ==
I had never heard of this dish before tasting it last summer at my fiancee's house. Then, everywhere I went it began to pop up. Its simple, down-to-earth charm depends upon the freshness of the ingredients - I can't wait for tomato season to return!
== Ingredients ==
* 1 medium cucumber, sliced ¼-inch
* 2 – 3 tomatoes, sliced ¼-inch (preferably vine-ripened)
* ¼ red onion, very thinly sliced
* 8 large fresh basil leaves, chopped
* 3 tablespoons good quality balsamic vinegar
* 1 tablespoon good quality olive oil
* 2 – 3 cloves garlic, minced
* 1 pinch sugar
* 1 pinch red pepper flakes
* fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced ¼-inch (formaggio di buffalo)
== Directions ==
# Combine vinegar and oil in small bowl; whisk in garlic, sugar and red pepper flakes.
# Arrange in individual stacks, or together on a serving platter, as follows: cucumber, tomato, onion, mozzarella.
# Repeat layers as necessary.
# Scatter basil leaves liberally.
# Drizzle vinaigrette; best if flavors are left to marinate for one hour.
Category:Italian Salads
Category:Balsamic vinegar Recipes
Category:Basil Recipes
Category:Cucumber Recipes
Category:Tomato Recipes
Category:Mozzarella Recipes
Category:Red onion Recipes