Caprese salad with tomato granita
Indulge in the refreshing flavors of a classic Caprese salad with a modern twist of tomato granita. Perfect harmony of sweetness, acidity, and freshness.
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon red-wine vinegar
- 2 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- one 8-ounce seeded, peeled tomato
- 4 assorted heirloom tomatoes, cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon thinly sliced fresh basil
- 230g bocconcini mozzarella, or large chunks of parmesan cheese
- extra-virgin olive oil, for garnish
Instructions:
- Start by combining the vinegar, oil, salt, and tomato in a blender or food processor and blend until the mixture is smooth. Transfer the mixture into an 8-inch square baking dish, cover it, and let it freeze until it solidifies, remembering to stir it twice within the first 2 hours.
- Approximately an hour later, use a fork to scrape and break apart any large chunks that have formed. Continue to scrape the entire mixture with a fork until it becomes fluffy.
- Present the tomato slices on a serving platter. Sprinkle the tomatoes with salt and pepper, then top them with the granita. Add a touch of basil for garnish. Accompany the dish with bocconcini and Parmesan pieces, drizzled with some extra-virgin olive oil.
Summary:
- Calories: 1217 kcal
- Fat: 80 g
- Protein: 88 g
- Carbs: 35 g
- Potassium: 1893 mg
- Magnesium: 181 mg