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Pesto Caprese Salad Recipe

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Caprese Salad Recipe

Caprese Salad Recipe

When the sun is out, easy fresh recipes are IN. Summer lends itself to relaxing and easy-peasy recipes without fussing in the kitchen. This refreshingly delicious summer salad, featuring fresh tomatoes, basil, garlic, and Cherchies Basil Pizzazz Seasoning, allows you to embrace summer’s bounty while leaving you more time to enjoy the lazy days of summer.

This refreshing Caprese Salad is perfect for summer lunches, cookouts, and easy dinners, and it pairs beautifully with just about anything coming off the grill.

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Ingredients

  • 1 pint of red grape or cherry tomatoes, sliced in half

  • 1 pint of yellow grape or cherry tomatoes, sliced in half

  • 1 large container of small mozzarella balls, sliced in half

  • salt and pepper to taste

  • 1/2 cup Cherchies Perfect Pesto Recipe

  • 1/4 cup olive oil

Preparation

Slice tomatoes and mozzarella cheese in half and put into a large bowl.  Season with salt and pepper.  Add Cherchies Perfect Pesto and olive oil to the bowl.  Combine all ingredients and refrigerate for at least an hour to allow flavors to intensify.  Serve cold or at room temperature.  Enjoy!

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