Caprese Salad with Tomatoes, Basil, and Mozzarella Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 to 2 pounds heirloom tomatoes, cored and sliced 1/4 to 1/3-inch thick (a serrated knife works best for slicing tomatoes)
• Coarse salt like kosher salt or sea salt
• 1 bunch fresh basil, leaves carefully chopped or torn as not to bruise
• 8 ounces, fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• Dash of balsamic vinegar (optional)
• Freshly ground black pepper