Recipe

Fresh Mozzarella Tomato Pesto Salad

Fresh Mozzarella Tomato Pesto Salad

Serves 4

  1. one pound fresh mozzarella, chopped

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  2. 2 tomatoes, chopped

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  3. 1 bunch fresh basil, stems removed and discarded

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  4. 1 clove garlic

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  5. 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil

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  6. Add garlic, olive oil and basil to a food processor. Pulse until combined. Add salt and pepper to taste.

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  7. Toss with chopped mozzarella and tomatoes. Season with additional salt and pepper if needed.

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You can use parsley instead of the basil. Or a combination of the two is great! This recipe needs a good amount of salt. At least 1/2 teaspoon usually. I use sea salt only. A dash of cayenne is always a fun addition too. This is great served with crusty bread, or eaten alone as a side salad, or over a bed of arugula from the farmer's market. Hope you enjoy!!!

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