Homemade Basil-Pesto Caprese Salad
Independence Live Recipe
Servings
4 - 6
Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
2 cups
fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup
almonds
1-2
garlic cloves
1/2 cup
Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup
olive oil
Salad Ingredients:
1 container
grape or cherry tomatoes
8oz.
Mozzarella shredded cheese
1 Tbs.
Parmesan cheese
1 drizzle
olive oil
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
| Calories | 174 |
| Protein | 10 g |
| Fiber | 1.5 g |
| Carbs | 0 g |
| Sodium | 281 mg |