South-of-the-Border Caprese Salad Recipe

By Zopmama

Ingredients

• CILANTRO VINAIGRETTE:
• 1/3 cup white wine vinegar
• 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
• 3 tablespoons sugar
• 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
• 1 garlic clove, peeled and quartered
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 2/3 cup olive oil
• SALAD:
• 4 cups torn mixed salad greens
• 3 large heirloom or other tomatoes, sliced
• 1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco or diced part-skim mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• 1-1/2 teaspoons fresh cilantro leaves

Preparation

Step 1

In a blender, combine the first six ingredients. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream.

Arrange greens on a serving platter; top with tomatoes. Sprinkle with cheese, salt and pepper.

Just before serving, drizzle salad with 1/2 cup dressing; garnish with cilantro leaves. Refrigerate leftover dressing.
Yield: 6 servings (1 cup dressing).