Tomato Basil Towers

Rating: 4.45 stars
11 Ratings
  • 5 star values: 7
  • 4 star values: 2
  • 3 star values: 2
  • 2 star values: 0
  • 1 star values: 0

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!

By MissyPorkChop

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Recipe Summary

prep:
15 mins
total:
15 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
Nutrition Info
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Ingredients

4
Original recipe yields 4 servings
The ingredient list now reflects the servings specified

Directions

  • 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.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:
440 calories; protein 22.4g; carbohydrates 6.4g; fat 35.9g; cholesterol 89.8mg; sodium 719mg. Full Nutrition
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Most helpful positive review

JDVMD
Rating: 4 stars
08/25/2005
Didn't bother making these as towers but instead just put on a big platter and served it that way. Beautiful presentation. Used blue cheese crumbles instead of gorgonzola. I think I did put too much cheese on this one but loved the fact that two cheeses were used. The goat cheese made the gorgonzola creamier tasting. Very simple to prepare. You will look like a gourmet chef after making this one. Read More
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Most helpful critical review

hot chef
Rating: 3 stars
10/16/2007
I used fresh mozzarella cheese & substituted red wine vinegar in place of balsamic. Marinated 3 hrs. Very strong basil taste. Read More
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(6)
11 Ratings
  • 5 star values: 7
  • 4 star values: 2
  • 3 star values: 2
  • 2 star values: 0
  • 1 star values: 0
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JDVMD
Rating: 4 stars
08/25/2005
Didn't bother making these as towers but instead just put on a big platter and served it that way. Beautiful presentation. Used blue cheese crumbles instead of gorgonzola. I think I did put too much cheese on this one but loved the fact that two cheeses were used. The goat cheese made the gorgonzola creamier tasting. Very simple to prepare. You will look like a gourmet chef after making this one. Read More
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(10)
hot chef
Rating: 3 stars
10/16/2007
I used fresh mozzarella cheese & substituted red wine vinegar in place of balsamic. Marinated 3 hrs. Very strong basil taste. Read More
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(6)
chellebelle
Rating: 5 stars
08/06/2007
I am not a fan of strong flavored cheese so prefer fresh mozzarella instead for the traditional caprese salad flavors. Loved the presentation though very impressive. Read More
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Caroline C
Rating: 5 stars
05/21/2007
This was so delicious. The only change I made was to use garlic-infused olive oil. It looked beautiful too. This is quick easy and elegant enough for company. Thanks so much! Read More
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SmalltownJar
Rating: 5 stars
07/06/2006
I love this recipe! But I used slices of fresh moz instead of gorg and goat cheese (although I will definately try those sometime...sounds heavenly!) and also use roma tomatoes as they are not very juicy when making small appetizers. Yummy! Read More
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SPACIESTACIE
Rating: 5 stars
06/07/2008
LOVED IT! I subbed fresh mozzarella for the gorgonzola cheese since I prefer a lighter cheese. Used lots of basil and balsamic too. It was gorgeous and refreshing. I will make this again. Read More
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Mary Cornford
Rating: 3 stars
09/04/2008
I would leave off the goat cheese or only use a small amount Read More
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GYPSYVEG
Rating: 5 stars
07/21/2008
I used mozzarella instead and added sliced figs. YUM Read More
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Catherine Downing
Rating: 5 stars
04/25/2008
Delicious! Read More
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