INGREDIENTS
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2 – 3 large tomatoes, peeled and chopped into bite size pieces
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8 oz. fresh mozzarella, cut or torn into bite size pieces
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black olives, pitted and drained (as many as you like)
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red pepper flakes, as many as desired
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sea salt
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black pepper
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1/4 c. fresh basil leaves, torn into large pieces (mainly to break the leaves so they release more flavor)
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1/2 tsp. fresh oregano, chopped (or 1/4 tsp. dried)
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1/2 c. olive oil
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4 T. balsamic vinegar
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2 – 3 cloves garlic, chopped