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Heirloom Tomato Caprese Salad with English Cucumber

Nothing says Italy quite like the flavor combinations of tomato, basil, and Mozzarella; add fresh cucumber and drizzle with balsamic vinegar for extra intensity.

Ingredients: 

4 large heirloom tomatoes, 1/4” slices

1 English cucumber, 1/8” slices

3 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil

4 Tbsp. chopped Markon First Crop Chives

2 Tbsp. Markon First Crop Basil, chiffonade

2 medium shallots, minced

4 oz. fresh mozzarella, small dice

1/4 cup aged balsamic vinegar

8 slices baguette bread (brushed with oil, seasoned with salt and pepper, toasted)

Salt and pepper

Instructions: 

Place tomatoes, mozzarella, cucumber, shallots, and olive oil in a small bowl; toss. Season with salt and pepper. Marinate for 20 minutes.


Place one quarter of the marinated mixture in the center of a medium salad plate, then top with chives and basil. Immediately before serving, drizzle balsamic vinegar over the salad. Garnish with two toast points. Serve.

Number of Servings: 
4
Contributed by: 
Markon Member Chef Chris Casson
Meal Type:
Spring
Summer
Appetizers
Gluten Free
Salads
Vegetarian

Nutritional Information

Serving Size 341 grams
Calories 270
%Daily Value*
Total Fat 16g21%
Saturated Fat 4.5g23%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 15g5%
Sodium 105g5%
Total Carbohydrate 22g8%
Dietary Fiber 3g11%
Total Sugars 10g
Includes 0g Added Sugars0%
Protein 11g
Vitamin D 0.1mcg0%
Calcium 250mg20%
Iron 1.5mg8%
Potassium 630mg15%

*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.