Caprese Recipe
Heirloom tomato and fresh mozzarella salad with pistachio pesto, basil and aged balsamic
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Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
Method
Preparation Directions
- 1
Make the Pistachio Pesto
In a food processor, combine pistachios, basil leaves, garlic, olive oil, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, and salt. Blend until smooth. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- 2
Prepare the Salad
Slice the heirloom tomatoes and fresh mozzarella into thick slices. Arrange them on a serving platter, alternating between the tomato and mozzarella slices.
- 3
Assemble the Salad
Drizzle the pistachio pesto over the tomato and mozzarella slices. Tear fresh basil leaves and scatter them on top.
- 4
Finish with Balsamic
Drizzle aged balsamic vinegar over the salad. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
