Best Grilled Heirloom Tomato Caprese Salad Recipes

CAPRESE PASTA SALAD

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This easy Caprese pasta salad is always a favorite, especially when summer tomatoes are at their peak. It comes together quickly, but if you can make it ahead of time, the flavors seem to get better after it's chilled for a few hours. -Debby Harden, Lansing, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 17 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 package (16 ounces) penne pasta
3 large heirloom tomatoes (about 2 pounds), seeded and chopped
3/4 pound fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/2 cup loosely packed basil leaves, chopped
1/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 shallot, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon sugar
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse in cold water. Transfer to a large bowl. Gently stir in the tomatoes, cheese and basil., In a small bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 204 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 137mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

HEIRLOOM TOMATO CAPRESE SALAD

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Provided by Food Network

Categories side-dish

Time 5m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

4 large multi-colored heirloom tomatoes, washed and dried
Coarse sea salt
1 large ball Burrata cheese
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, washed and dried
Extra-virgin olive oil, for garnish
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

Slice the tomatoes into 1/2-inch thick slices. Generously season the tomato slices with salt. Arrange the tomato slices on a platter, overlapping slightly. Add the Burrata on top and garnish with torn basil leaves. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.

HEIRLOOM TOMATO CAPRESE SALAD

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Choose heirloom tomatoes in a variety of colors for a stunning presentation. If you want to splurge with ingredients, buy balsamic vinegar aged over 20 years. It has a syrupy consistency and a heavenly sweet and tangy flavor. (Fast, Easy)

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Side Dish

Time 10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 containers (8 oz each) bocconcini (small fresh mozzarella cheese balls), drained
4 medium to large heirloom tomatoes, cut into wedges or slices
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon olive oil
Coarse sea salt, flaked salt or colored salt, if desired
Freshly ground pepper, if desired
6 large fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced*

Steps:

On serving platter, arrange cheese and tomatoes. Drizzle with vinegar and oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with basil. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170, Carbohydrate 5 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 170 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g