Best Mozzato Salad Aka Caprese Recipes

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MOZZATO SALAD (AKA CAPRESE)



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We love this in the summertime with fresh basil and homegrown tomatoes, but the colors compliment winter holiday dinners as well.

Provided by chia2160

Categories     Cheese

Time 10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 lb fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
3 large tomatoes, sliced
20 fresh basil leaves
2 tablespoons olive oil
fresh grounds sea salt
pepper
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Alternate tomato slice, cheese slice, and basil leaf on platter.
  • Garnish with extra leaves and then drizzle with olive oil, salt, pepper and balsamic vinegar.

MOZZA "CAPRESE"



Mozza

Mario Batali taught me how to make this dish year round, even if tomatoes aren't in season. Slowly roasting the tomatoes in their own juices makes this antipasto sweet and delicious any time of year.

Provided by Nancy Silverton

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h40m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 pound burrata, or mozzarella di bufala
Flaky sea salt, preferred brand Maldon
Pesto, recipe follows
Cherry tomatoes, slow-roasted, recipe follows
6 Basil leaves, for garnish
Finishing-quality extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted in 325 degrees F for 10 minutes
1 clove garlic, grated
1 teaspoon flaky sea salt, preferably Maldon, plus more to taste
4 cups basil, loosely packed leaves
1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
1 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more to taste
1 teaspoon lemon juice, plus more to taste
1/4 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano, freshly grated
1 pound cherry tomatoes, preferably Sun Sugar, on the vine
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • Assemble salad: Cut the burrata into equal segments and place the segments cut side up on each of six plates. Spoon 1 tablespoon of pesto over each portion of cheese. Use the scissors to cut the tomato vines as necessary, dividing the tomatoes into six clusters, and place one cluster atop each serving of cheese. Garnish each plate with fresh basil and sprinkle with sea salt before serving.
  • Add the pine nuts, grated garlic, and salt to a mortar; gently pound with pestle until a course paste forms. Chop the basil leaves, add them to the mortar, and continue to pound and grind until the basil is integrated with the pine nut mixture. Stir in the lemon zest and slowly drizzle in the olive oil while gently pounding the mixture. Add the lemon juice and cheese. Taste for seasoning and add more salt of lemon juice if desire.
  • Tomatoes: Adjust the oven rack to the centre position and preheat the oven to 300 F. Keeping the tomatoes attached to the vine, gently place them on a wire rack fitted in a rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle the olive oil on the tomatoes, then sprinkle with salt. Roast until the skins are shriveled but the tomatoes are still plump, about 1½ hours. Remove from the oven and allow to cool to room temperature.

FRIED TOMATILLO CAPRESE STACKS



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When you're stuck between friend green tomatoes, Caprese salad and tomatillo salsa you need to drop everything and make these stacked salads - they'll satisfy every craving.

Provided by Food.com

Categories     Cheese

Time 35m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup stone-ground cornmeal
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 pinch cayenne
1 1/2 cups buttermilk
kosher salt
fresh ground black pepper
4 large tomatillos, cut into 1/2 inch thick slices, ends removed
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
8 ounces mozzarella cheese
1 cup basil leaves, washed and stems removed
1/4 cup balsamic glaze (you can use store bought)
5 cherry tomatoes

Steps:

  • Fried Tomatillos:.
  • In a large bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, garlic powder, and cayenne together.
  • Pour the buttermilk into a separate bowl and season with salt and pepper.
  • Dip the tomatoes in the buttermilk and then dredge them in the cornmeal mixture, coating both sides well.
  • Place a large cast iron skillet over medium heat and coat with the oil.
  • When the oil is hot, pan-fry the tomatoes (in batches if necessary) until golden brown and crispy on both sides, about 3 to 4 minutes on each side.
  • Carefully remove the tomatoes and drain on paper towels.
  • Create the Salad Stacks:.
  • Cut mozzarella into slices (the same thickness as your tomatillos, about 1/2 an inch). Then, using a round biscuit cutter, trim the edges of the cheese to make perfect disks.
  • Slice your cherry tomatoes into quarters.
  • Start your salad stacks (you'll need 3 slices of fried tomatillos and 2 slices of cheese for each stack). Layer in the following order: tomatillos, mozzarella, basil, tomatillo, mozzarella, basil, tomatillo. Repeat until you've used all your tomatillos and cheese.
  • Top each stack with cherry tomatoes, basil and balsamic glaze. Serve while warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 725.7, Fat 45.6, SaturatedFat 13.6, Cholesterol 56.2, Sodium 468.1, Carbohydrate 58.2, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 7.3, Protein 23

THE BEST CAPRESE SALAD



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This classic Italian caprese salad is quintessential summer fare. Serve with a chilled white wine and enjoy in the sunshine or on a balmy summer evening!

Provided by ChefJackie

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 large heirloom tomatoes, sliced, or to taste
1 (16 ounce) package fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
½ cup fresh basil leaves
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Arrange tomato slices, mozzarella slices, and basil leaves on a serving plate, alternating between them. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 405.2 calories, Carbohydrate 8.6 g, Cholesterol 72.6 mg, Fat 28.5 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 28.9 g, SaturatedFat 12.9 g, Sodium 748.4 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

TAMI'S TRI COLOR CAPRESE SALAD



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Yellow , Red and Green Heirloom Tomatoes along with leafy fresh basil make this salad bright and eye catching , the taste is fresh and the preperation is easy.

Provided by T_Jones

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 large yellow tomatoes, sliced
2 large tomatoes, sliced
2 green heirloom tomatoes, sliced
1 bunch fresh basil
10 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese
1 shallot, very thinly shaved
very good quality olive oil
very good aged balsamic vinegar
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • on a large platter start layering tomato , whole basil leaf cheese slice then repeat in rows up and down the platter.
  • sprinkle with shaved shallots (to taste).
  • drizzle with balsamic and olive oil.
  • sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167.1, Fat 10.9, SaturatedFat 6.3, Cholesterol 37.4, Sodium 316.8, Carbohydrate 6.3, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 2.3, Protein 11.9

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

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.

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