Caprese Salad Italian Grill Recipe
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1/4 c. fresh orange juice
- 2 Tbsp. basil oil
- 3 lrg tomatoes, red or possibly yellow Or possibly about 1 1/2-lbs, 1/2-inch slices
- 1 med red onion, 1/2-inch slices
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 8 ounce smoked mozzarella cheese, 1/4-inch slices
- 1/4 c. large fresh basil leaves
Directions
- Fresh vegetables grilled and dressed simply with a reduction of orange juice mixed with basil-infused oil.
- In a small nonreactive saucepan, bring the orange juice to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer till reduced to 1 Tbsp..
- Remove from the heat and whisk in 1 Tbsp. of the basil oil. Set aside.
- Preheat the gril to high and brush rack with oil.
- Brush the tomato and onion slices on both sides with the remaining oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill the tomato and onion slices for 2 to 4 min on each side, or possibly just till charred andsoftened.
- Arrange the tomato, onion, and mozzarella slices in rows, overlapping the slices on a serving platter. Garnish with basil, drizzle with the orange dressing and serve.
- To make basil oil: heat oil in a skillet or possibly small pan over medium heat. Add in fresh basil leaves; stir and simmer for 2 to 10 min or possibly to taste. Set aside to cold; strain. Use within 24 hrs.
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 229g | |
| Recipe makes 4 servings | |
| Calories 211 | |
| Calories from Fat 105 | 50% |
| Total Fat 11.68g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat 6.21g | 25% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 31mg | 10% |
| Sodium 599mg | 25% |
| Potassium 422mg | 12% |
| Total Carbs 11.19g | 3% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.9g | 6% |
| Sugars 6.47g | 4% |
| Protein 16.23g | 26% |
