Crostini con mozzarella di bufala siciliana

fresh mozzarella

🥗Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

💰Cheaper: mozzarella balls

Part-skim mozzarella has fewer calories while still providing a creamy texture.

extra virgin olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while canola oil is often less expensive.

Slice ciabatta bread into 1-inch thick slices.

Toast the ciabatta slices until golden brown on both sides.

Chop ripe tomatoes into small cubes and place in a bowl.

Add chopped basil to the tomatoes and mix gently.

Drizzle olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the tomato mixture, then season with salt and black pepper.

Slice fresh mozzarella into rounds.

Top each toasted ciabatta slice with a spoonful of the tomato-basil mixture.

Add a slice of mozzarella on top of the tomato mixture.

Drizzle with additional olive oil if desired.

Serve immediately while the bread is still warm.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens