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Caprese Salad With Toasted Walnuts

Caprese Salad With Toasted Walnuts for a Crunchy Delight

A fresh and crunchy take on the classic Caprese Salad With Toasted Walnuts, perfect for summer dining.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 3 Heirloom Tomatoes Juicy and flavorful
  • 8 oz Fresh Mozzarella Soft and creamy
  • 1 cup Basil Leaves Fragrant and fresh
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Toasted Walnuts Feel free to substitute with pine nuts if desired
  • 1 tsp Sea Salt
  • 1 tsp Cracked Black Pepper
For the Dressing
  • 1-2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil Drizzle for richness
  • to taste Balsamic Glaze Adjust according to taste

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Serving Platter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium-low heat for about 5 minutes until golden brown and fragrant.
  2. Slice heirloom tomatoes and fresh mozzarella into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
  3. Arrange the tomato and mozzarella slices on a serving platter in an alternating pattern, placing a basil leaf between each.
  4. Sprinkle sea salt and cracked black pepper over the arranged salad.
  5. Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze.
  6. Add the roughly chopped toasted walnuts on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 6gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Best served immediately for fresh flavor and crunch. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 1 day.

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