Caprese Salad Recipe
Spring mix, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella pearls, fresh basil, prosciutto crackling, garlic infused balsamic
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Ingredients
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Salad Base
Prosciutto Crackling
Dressing
Method
Salad Preparation
- 1
Wash and Prepare Salad Base
Rinse the spring mix salad greens under cold water and dry using a salad spinner or by patting with paper towels. Place the dry greens in a large salad bowl.
- 2
Add Cherry Tomatoes
Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to the bowl with the spring mix.
- 3
Add Mozzarella Pearls
Add the mozzarella pearls to the salad bowl, mixing gently to combine.
- 4
Add Fresh Basil
Tear the fresh basil leaves into smaller pieces and sprinkle them over the salad.
Prosciutto Crackling Preparation
- 5
Prepare Prosciutto Crackling
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the prosciutto slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for about 10-15 minutes or until crispy. Remove from oven and let them cool before breaking into cracklings.
Dressing Preparation
- 6
Make Garlic Infused Balsamic
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the balsamic vinegar and minced garlic. Simmer for about 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Assembly
- 7
Combine Ingredients
Drizzle the garlic infused balsamic dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
- 8
Add Prosciutto Crackling
Top the salad with the crispy prosciutto cracklings before serving.