Cherry Tomato Caprese Salad or Appetizer

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Cherry Tomato Caprese Salad or Appetizer

This Cherry Tomato Caprese Salad (or Appetizer) uses ripe cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella balls and basil ribbons for a fresh new take on a classic.

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Ingredients

Servings

Dressing

  • 4 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 6 basil large leaves
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Salad

  • 1 pint tomatoes multicolor heirloom if available, cherry or grape
  • 12 basil julienned, large leaves
  • 1 8- ounce mozzarella aka pearls or Ciliegine, fresh, balls, package
  • Optional Garnish of your choice (e.g small breadstick or cheese straws)

Instructions

  1. Blend dressing ingredients in blender until almost smooth.
  2. Halve cherry tomatoes and julienne the remaining basil leaves.
  3. Toss drained mozzarella balls, basil ribbons and cherry tomato halves with dressing.
  4. Transfer to serving glasses (usually with a spoon unless you are photographing and extra picky).
  5. Garnish with cheese straws or breadsticks if desired.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 348kcal (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 348 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 348kcal 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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