BOCCONCINI AND TOMATO SALAD

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Bocconcini are the smaller fresh mozarrella cheese sold in brine. They are much tenderer and worth the exttra money. This is a nice variation of the usual salad.

Provided by JustJanS

Categories     Cheese

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 medium vine-ripened tomatoes, sliced
250 g bocconcini, thinly sliced
1 large vine ripened tomatoes, skinned and cut into wedges
1 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon fresh basil
2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 garlic clove, crushed
black pepper

Steps:

  • To prepare the dressing, place tomato in a blender or food processor fitted with the metal blade and process to a textured pure. Add remaining ingredients and pulse to just combine.
  • Arrange the tomato and cheese slices in alternate layers on 4 small plates. Spoon the dressing over and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225.6, Fat 14.4, SaturatedFat 8.3, Cholesterol 49.4, Sodium 416.1, Carbohydrate 9.4, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 6, Protein 15.5

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