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The BEST Caprese Salad with Pistachios

Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: 100 + Salad Recipes to Obsess Over, 100 Family Favorite Easy Healthy Recipes
Keyword: balsamic vinegar, basil, caprese, mozzarella, Pistachios, salad, side, tomatoes, vegetarian
Servings: 6 servings
Author: Sweet Basil

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 3 Large Tomatoes or heirloom tomatoes
  • 1 Pound Fresh Mozzarella
  • 1/3 Cup Pistachios chopped
  • 2 Tablespoons Basil chopped
  • Olive Oil
  • Balsamic Vinegar good quality
  • Salt and Pepper
  • Crusty Bread Toast Points or flatbread (optional)
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Instructions

  • Place the pistachios on a pan and heat the oven to 350. Roast for about 8 minutes. Remove to a plate to cool. This enhances their flavor.
  • Slice the tomatoes and mozzarella and arrange in a dish or bowl.
    3 Large Tomatoes, 1 Pound Fresh Mozzarella
  • Drizzle with olive oil, balsamic vinegar and a sprinkle of salt and pepper.
    Olive Oil, Balsamic Vinegar, Salt and Pepper
  • Top with pistachios and basil and serve immediately.
    1/3 Cup Pistachios, 2 Tablespoons Basil
  • Serve with bread if desired.
    Crusty Bread Toast Points

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Notes

If you wish to make the salad ahead just arrange the tomatoes and cheese and cover with plastic wrap in the fridge. Chop the pistachios and set aside. When you're ready to serve, dress the salad and add fresh basil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 276kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 477mg | Potassium: 275mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1087IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 396mg | Iron: 1mg