Caprese Salad | culture: the word on cheese

Caprese Salad | culture: the word on cheese

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Ripe tomatoes, fresh basil, and milky mozzarella go together perfectly in this easy Caprese salad. Great for summer, this salad shows off the quality of simple ingredients.

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  • Grater
  • Spoon

Ingredients

  • PESTO:
  • 4 cups lightly packed basil leaves
  • 1 clove garlic
  • ⅓ cup toasted pine nuts (divided)
  • ⅔ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
  • Kosher salt (to taste)
  • Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
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  • SALAD:
  • ½ cup balsamic vinegar
  • 4 cups tender baby lettuces
  • 4 6- to 8- ounce balls fresh mozzarella cheese (cut into ¼-inch-thick slices)
  • 2 pounds heirloom tomatoes (cut into ¼-inch-thick slices)
  • Fresh basil leaves (to garnish)
  • Crusty bread (for serving)

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