Remove the 4 tomates grandes y maduros de res, cortados 1/4 de pulgada de grosor and 16 oz mozzarella fresca cortada 1/4 de pulgada de grosor from the Refrigerator 20–30 minutes before serving. Room-temperature ingredients have far better flavor and texture.

Slice the 4 tomates grandes y maduros de res, cortados 1/4 de pulgada de grosor and 16 oz mozzarella fresca cortada 1/4 de pulgada de grosor into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Try to keep the slices uniform so they layer evenly.

On a Serving Platters (Large), alternate and overlap the 4 tomates grandes y maduros de res, cortados 1/4 de pulgada de grosor slices, 16 oz mozzarella fresca cortada 1/4 de pulgada de grosor slices, and fresh 1 manojo de albahaca fresca hojas grandes solamente, dejadas enteras leaves in a single shingled row or a circular pattern. Tuck the 1 manojo de albahaca fresca hojas grandes solamente, dejadas enteras leaves between each pair of 4 tomates grandes y maduros de res, cortados 1/4 de pulgada de grosor and 16 oz mozzarella fresca cortada 1/4 de pulgada de grosor.

Drizzle the 3 tbsp aceite de oliva virgen extra de la mejor calidad que tengas evenly over the entire salad. If using, follow with a thin drizzle of 1 tbsp glaseado de bálsamo opcional rociada.

Season generously with ½ tsp sal marina escamosa como Maldon and freshly ground ¼ tsp pimienta negra recién molida. Serve immediately at room temperature.