Prepare Ingredients: Slice 2 large ripe tomatoes and 1 pound of fresh mozzarella cheese. Gather 1/2 cup of fresh basil leaves and chop 1/4 cup of shelled pistachios.
Layer Ingredients: Alternate tomato and mozzarella slices on a serving platter. Top each slice with a basil leaf.
Add Pistachios: Sprinkle chopped pistachios over the assembled tomato, mozzarella, and basil layers.
Drizzle Olive Oil: Drizzle 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil over the salad for richness.
Season: Season with salt and pepper to taste, keeping in mind the saltiness of the cheese.
Garnish: Optionally garnish with a few whole basil leaves and extra chopped pistachios for presentation.
Finish with Balsamic Glaze: Drizzle 2 tablespoons of balsamic glaze over the salad just before serving for a sweet tangy finish.
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