Insalata Caprese Recipe
sliced tomatoes, mozzarella, basil-pinenut pesto
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Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
Pesto Ingredients
Method
Salad Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Salad
Slice the ripe tomatoes and fresh mozzarella into thick slices. Arrange them alternately on a serving platter.
- 2
Add Basil
Tuck fresh basil leaves in between the slices of tomatoes and mozzarella.
Pesto Preparation
- 3
Make the Pesto
In a food processor, combine pine nuts, fresh basil, garlic cloves, and parmesan cheese. Pulse until finely chopped.
- 4
Blend and Season
With the processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the mixture is smooth. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Final Assembly
- 5
Combine and Serve
Drizzle the basil-pinenut pesto over the arranged salad. Serve immediately.
