AVOCADO & MOZZARELLA SALAD WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATO DRESSING

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This makes a refreshing meal, served with a loaf of crusty french bread and good bottle of red wine; could also be used as a first course, in reduced quantities. I recommend using the finger-tip sized fresh mozzarella balls if you can find them. Which salad greens you use are up to you, but a combination half dark green leaf/half alfalfa sprouts seems to work particularly well, and is also quite attractive. I'd never eaten alfalfa sprouts before trying this recipe but was a quick convert to their clean, spicy flavor.

Provided by FlemishMinx

Categories     Cheese

Time 10m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons chopped sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained first
1 garlic clove, minced
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (the good stuff)
1 tablespoon water
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1 ripe avocado, halved, pitted, peeled and sliced
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 lb fresh mozzarella cheese, in 1 inch cubes, or the finger-tip sized balls
4 cups salad greens, washed
2 tablespoons fresh grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Combine the first 7 ingredients in a small jar.
  • Put the lid on, and shake well to emulsify.
  • In a bowl, combine the avocado slices, lemon juice, and mozzarella.
  • Add the dressing to the avocado/cheese combination, and toss to coat all pieces well.
  • Place the salad greens on two plates, putting alfalfa sprouts on top (if using).
  • Arrange the avocado and mozzarella on top of greens, and top each with a tablespon of the parmesan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 522.5, Fat 43.6, SaturatedFat 12.5, Cholesterol 49.3, Sodium 647.2, Carbohydrate 18.7, Fiber 9.1, Sugar 4.3, Protein 19.1

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