Wednesday, May 28, 2014

Weekly Recipe: Caprese Salad with Cannellini Beans

Caprese Salad with Cannellini Beans



Beach season is fast approaching, and with it comes the inevitable bathing suit diet. Watching what you eat and controlling portions is normal, but you shouldn't have to sacrifice taste to do it! The summer is also a great opportunity to head over to the local farmer's market and pick up some produce. Use those fresh ingredients for this easy and nutritious summer salad recipe. It will leave you feeling healthy and satisfied.

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Ingredients
  • 2 cups of boiled white Cannellini beans
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes, cut into halves
  • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 handful of pine nuts
  • 100g buffalo mozzarella, cut into chunky pieces
  • Some fresh basil leaves, chopped
For the dressing:
  • 1 handful of fresh basil
  • 1/2 handful of fresh mint
  • Juice from 1/2 lemon
  • 1/3 cup of olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons of white wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions
Mix all ingredients for the salad in a large bowl. Combine the ingredients for the dressing in a mixing bowl and use a hand-held blender to puree the herbs and to mix everything well. Toss over the salad. Done!

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