Caprese Salad

By srumbel

from laurenslatest.com

Ingredients

• for the dressing:
• 1 lb. Bocconcini, drained, patted dry and halved {baby mozzarella balls}
• 2 lb. colorful heirloom tomatoes, washed and halved
• 15 large basil leaves, torn into large pieces
• cracked black pepper, to taste
• 1 clove garlic, grated
• 4 teaspoons dijon mustard
• 4 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 7 tablespoons olive oil
• salt & pepper, to taste

Preparation

Step 1

Place tomatoes, bocconcini, basil and pepper.
Measure all ingredients for dressing into small jar with tight fitting lid. Shake and drizzle over salad. Toss if desired. Serve immediately.

Yield: 4-6 servings