Heirloom Tomato Mozzarella Salad
a creamy summer salad utilizing seasonal summer produce.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1 lb. heirloom tomatoes halved
- 8 oz. fresh mozzarella chopped
- 3 tablespoons pine nuts
- Creamy Mint Aioli Dressing Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup firmly packed mint leaves
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
Instructions
- In a dry skillet, toast the pine nuts until golden brown.
- Quarter or half the tomatoes, depending on the size.
- To make the dressing, combine mint and garlic in food processor. Process until finely chopped.
- Add mayonnaise, lemon juice, balsamic, salt and pepper. Process until thoroughly combined.
- In a large bowl, combine tomatoes and cheese.
- Add 1/4 cup of the dressing and mix until thoroughly combined.
- To serve, garnish with the toasted nuts.
Notes
You will have extra dressing that you can use with any salad.
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