Modern Caprese Salad with Burrata, Proscuitto and Basil Pesto
With temps warming up this week, a fresh salad is the perfect complement to your dinner. This one is easy, fast, colorful and flavorful! We hope you give it a try.
Serves 1
Layer as follows:
• 2-3 slices thinly sliced English cucumber (about 1/4 cucumber)
• Arugula dressed with 1 Tbsp olive oil and 1 tsp lemon juice
• Heirloom tomatoes, thinly sliced and lightly sprinkled with kosher salt
• 2-3 slices prosciutto
• 1 ball of burrata cheese (fresh mozzarella with a creamy middle)
• Top with fresh basil pesto (see recipe below)
Basil Pesto:
1 cup fresh basil
1/4 dry roasted pine nuts
1 Tbsp kosher salt
1 1/2 Tbsp lemon juice
2-3 cloves diced garlic
1/3 - 1/2 cup olive oil
Blend all ingredients in food processor to make basil pesto. Dress on top of layered salad.