fresh mozzarella and stacked heirloom tomato salad green chile cilantro oil and chipotle
Darrel Dinola
Ingredients
- Fresh mozzarella
- Heirloom tomatoes
- Green chili peppers
- Cilantro
- Olive oil
- Chipotle peppers
- Lime juice
- Salt
- Pepper
- Balsamic vinegar
Steps
How to Make a Fresh Mozzarella and Stacked Heirloom Tomato Salad with Green Chile Cilantro Oil and Chipotle Peppers
Fresh mozzarella and heirloom tomatoes make a delicious combination in this stacked salad. The green chile cilantro oil adds a spicy kick, while the chipotle peppers give it an extra burst of flavor. Follow these simple steps to create this mouthwatering dish.
Ingredients:
* 1 cup fresh mozzarella, sliced into rounds
* 3-4 heirloom tomatoes, sliced into rounds
* 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
* 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
* 1/4 cup fresh parsley leaves, chopped
* 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
* 1/3 cup olive oil
* 2 tablespoons lime juice
* 1 clove garlic, minced
* 1 green chile pepper, seeded and finely chopped
* 1 teaspoon salt
* 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
* Chipotle peppers, for serving (optional)
Instructions:
1. Start by making the green chile cilantro oil. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, garlic, green chile pepper, salt, and black pepper until well combined. Set aside.
2. Next, stack the sliced mozzarella and heirloom tomatoes on a platter or salad bowl. Scatter the thinly sliced red onion over the top.
3. Sprinkle the chopped basil, parsley, and cilantro over the salad. Drizzle the green chile cilantro oil over the top of the salad.
4. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours. If serving chilled, allow it to come to room temperature before serving.
5. Enjoy your fresh mozzarella and heirloom tomato stacked salad with green chile cilantro oil and chipotle peppers!
Tips:
* Use the best quality mozzarella you can find for this recipe. Fresh mozzarella will give you the best flavor.
* Choose a variety of heirloom tomatoes to add color and texture to the salad. Cherokee Purple, Brandywine, and Green Zebra are all great options.
* Don't skip the green chile pepper in this recipe. It adds a spicy kick that complements the sweetness of the tomatoes and mozzarella.
* If you love chipotle peppers, add them to the salad for an extra burst of flavor. Just be sure to remove the seeds before adding them to the salad.