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Insalata Caprese with a small twist

March 30th, 2010 | 30 Comments

   
This is my version of Insalata Caprese. My little twist is substituting mozzarella for queso freso (fresh cheese).
Insalata CapreseI love this salad, it makes me feel healthier after the first bite!

   
Here are the ingredients:

   
Cut the tomatoes, into thin slices. I used four tomatoes this time.
Also, slice the cheese.

   
For the dressing:
In a bowl, add one tablespoon of olive oil.

   
Then, one tablespoon of balsamic vinegar.

   
Season with salt and freshly ground pepper.

   
Mix well.
How easy is that?

   
Here is the fun part.
Arrange the tomato and cheese slices in slightly overlapping circles on a plate.

   
Drizzle with the dressing.

   
Sprinkle with the basil leaves on top.

   
We are done.

   
Buon appetito!

Alba H. Rodriguez

   
Ingredients
4 large tomatoes
½ Lb fresh queso ranchero
1 tablespoon of olive oil
1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar
½ cup fresh basil leaves
Freshly ground pepper

   
Preparation
Cut the tomatoes into thin slices.
Slice the cheese.
In a bowl, mix the olive oil and balsamic vinegar, season with salt and freshly ground pepper.
Arrange the tomato and cheese slices in slightly overlapping circles on a plate.
Drizzle with the dressing.
Sprinkle the basil leaves on top.

   
Enjoy it!

Written by Alba H. Rodriguez

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30 Responses to "Insalata Caprese with a small twist"

  1. thepenandthepear says:
    March 30th, 2010 at

    Bellisimo!

    The Italians may not like it – but I do!

  2. denise @ quickies on the dinner table says:
    March 30th, 2010 at

    I love Insalata Caprese! And your recipe is wonderfully easy – great pictures too!

  3. Miranda says:
    March 30th, 2010 at

    This looks healthy, fresh and flavorful.
    I love this!! :)

  4. Carlos says:
    March 30th, 2010 at

    Ok, this I CAN do ;-)

  5. Kristi says:
    March 30th, 2010 at

    Thanks for sharing such a healthy recipe.

  6. Laura says:
    March 30th, 2010 at

    My Mom is going to love this one!

  7. Chef Dennis says:
    March 31st, 2010 at

    you have me wishing for summer, and our wonderful jersey tomatoes….

  8. Jessica says:
    March 31st, 2010 at

    My boyfriend loves tomatoes. I like them too.

  9. June Lee says:
    March 31st, 2010 at

    I. want. this. now!

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    March 31st, 2010 at

    Sweet lord, my mouth is watering.

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    March 31st, 2010 at

    This post is beyond awesome. I am always wondering what to do and what not to do so I will follow some of these tips.

  12. Ann says:
    March 31st, 2010 at

    This looks so vibrant, healthy and yummilicious

  13. Carl says:
    March 31st, 2010 at

    I like it. :-D

  14. Fray says:
    March 31st, 2010 at

    Perfect dish to lose weight and get ready for the summer, which reminds me I need to start cleaning the pool.

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    April 1st, 2010 at

    I love this salad too! Awesome. Thanks for reminding me that summer is just around the corner.

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    April 8th, 2010 at

    yummo!

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  24. Anne says:
    May 25th, 2010 at

    I love queso fresco! Nice job.

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