Homemade basil-pesto caprese salad
Fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, and a homemade basil pesto come together in this classic caprese.
Servings
4 - 6
Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
2 cups
1/4 cup
1/2 cup
1/2 cup
Salad Ingredients:
1 container
1 Tbs.
1 drizzle
Directions
- Place basil, almonds, garlic, Parmesan cheese and olive oil in food processor
- Chop until well blended
- Taste and add salt/pepper and lemon to taste. Place in refrigerator to chill until salad is complete
- Cut mozzarella into small cubes or as desired, slice tomatoes in half
- Add mozzarella and tomatoes to medium-size bowl, then add pesto and mix together
- Scoop onto plate, drizzle oil, sprinkle Parmesan cheese and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
| Sodium | 281 mg |
| Protein | 10 g |
| Fiber | 1.5 g |
| Carbs | 0 g |
| Calories | 174 |