Restaurant Style Easy Picnic Idea
Overview: Prepare a stunning and delicious Caprese Salad with Prosciutto for your next picnic with minimal effort. This quick and easy recipe brings a touch of gourmet to your outdoor dining experience. Just stop by your local Woollies, grab the ingredients, and you can put this together right at your picnic site!
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: None Total Time: 10 minutes Servings: 4
Ingredients:
- 4 ripe Roma tomatoes
- 200g Buffalo Mozzarella (for best results)
- 100g Prosciutto
- 4 tablespoons Basil Pesto
- Fresh basil leaves (approximately 20 leaves)
- Balsamic vinegar reduction, for drizzling
- Olive oil, for drizzling
- 8 Breadsticks
Equipment Needed:
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Serving platter
Instructions:
Prepare the Ingredients:
- Slice the mozzarella into 1/4 inch thick slices.
- Cut the Roma tomatoes into similar thickness.
Assemble the Salad:
- On a large serving platter, place the sliced mozzarella as the first layer.
- Top each slice of mozzarella with a slice of tomato.
- Spoon a small amount of basil pesto on top of each tomato slice.
- Randomly scatter fresh basil leaves across the platter.
Add the Prosciutto and Final Touches:
- Arrange the slices of Prosciutto elegantly on the side of the platter.
- Drizzle the entire platter with olive oil and then with balsamic vinegar reduction.
- Place two breadsticks on each end of the platter to add crunch and completeness to the salad.
Chef's Tips: For an extra touch of flavor, sprinkle a little sea salt and cracked black pepper over the salad before serving. If Buffalo Mozzarella is unavailable, a high-quality regular mozzarella can also work well.
Nutritional Information (per serving): Calories: 290 Protein: 18g Carbohydrates: 20g Fat: 17g
Enjoy your fresh, flavorful, and simple restaurant-style Caprese Salad at your next picnic!