Best 3 Caprese Salad With Soybean Walnut Pesto Vinaigrette Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our Caprese Salad with Soybean-Walnut Pesto Vinaigrette. This vibrant and refreshing salad combines the classic flavors of ripe tomatoes, creamy mozzarella cheese, and aromatic basil with a unique twist. Our soybean and walnut pesto adds a nutty and umami-rich flavor to the dressing, while the tangy balsamic vinegar and olive oil create a harmonious balance.

Explore the diverse recipes featured in this article:

1. **Caprese Salad with Soybean-Walnut Pesto Vinaigrette:** Dive into the vibrant flavors of this classic Italian salad, elevated with our flavorful pesto vinaigrette.

2. **Soybean-Walnut Pesto:** Discover the secrets to making this creamy and flavorful pesto, combining soybeans, walnuts, basil, and Parmesan cheese.

3. **Balsamic Vinaigrette:** Learn how to craft a tangy and aromatic balsamic vinaigrette, perfect for salads, marinades, and dressings.

Embark on a culinary adventure with this carefully curated collection of recipes, designed to tantalize your taste buds and impress your dinner guests.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

CAPRESE SALAD WITH SOYBEAN WALNUT PESTO VINAIGRETTE



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The neutral flavor of soybean oil allows the fresh ingredients of Caprese Salad drizzled with pesto to shine. This simple 'n' easy dish is a crowd pleaser!

Provided by United Soybean Board

Categories     United Soybean Board

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups basil leaves, fresh, packed
1 cup walnuts, toasted and chopped
⅔ cup grated Parmesan cheese
6 tablespoons soybean oil (often labeled "vegetable oil")
2 tablespoons lemon juice
3 cloves garlic, chopped
2 tablespoons soybean oil (often labeled "vegetable oil")
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
4 medium vine-ripened tomatoes
8 ounces reduced-fat mozzarella cheese
4 Fresh basil leaves
1 pinch Salt and ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Soybean Walnut Pesto: Pulse basil, walnuts, cheese, soybean oil, lemon juice and garlic in food processor until blended. Place in small bowl. Cover and refrigerate.
  • Caprese Salad: Combine 2 tablespoons Walnut Soybean Pesto, soybean oil and vinegar in small bowl.
  • Slice tomatoes and cheese into 1/4-inch thick slices. Layer tomatoes and cheese on serving plate. Drizzle pesto vinaigrette. Sprinkle with fresh basil leaves, salt and pepper.

CAPRESE SALAD WITH BALSAMIC REDUCTION



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Tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil drizzled with a sweet balsamic reduction and olive oil. Easy, impressive and delicious! Most grocery stores now sell prepared balsamic reductions. Surprisingly it's just as good!

Provided by stefychefy

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup balsamic vinegar
¼ cup honey
3 large tomatoes, cut into 1/2-inch slices
1 (16 ounce) package fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/4-inch slices
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ cup fresh basil leaves
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Stir balsamic vinegar and honey together in a small saucepan and place over high heat. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer until the vinegar mixture has reduced to 1/3 cup, about 10 minutes. Set the balsamic reduction aside to cool.
  • Arrange alternate slices of tomato and mozzarella cheese decoratively on a serving platter. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper, spread fresh basil leaves over the salad, and drizzle with olive oil and the balsamic reduction.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 580.1 calories, Carbohydrate 34.8 g, Cholesterol 89.3 mg, Fat 38.8 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 18.2 g, Sodium 330.9 mg, Sugar 32.4 g

CAPRESE SALAD WITH WALNUT PESTO



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Simple, but elegant side dish. Goes good with Simple Shrimp Cakes. The first 6 ingredients are for the Olive Oil & Walnut Pesto. Two cups of fresh basil leaves are needed (don't know why "0" comes through), in addition to chopped walnuts, grated parmesan, olive oil, lemon juice and chopped garlic.

Provided by Maureen in MA

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 30m

Yield 8 , 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups basil leaves, fresh packed
1 cup walnuts, toasted and chopped
2/3 cup parmesan cheese, grated
6 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
3 garlic cloves, chopped
2 tablespoons pesto sauce
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
4 medium red ripe tomatoes
8 ounces mozzarella cheese
fresh basil leaf (optional)
salt & fresh ground pepper (optional)

Steps:

  • OliveOil & Walnut Pesto: Pulse basil, walnuts, cheese, olive oil, lemon juice and garlic in food processor until blended. Place in small bowl. Cover and refrigerate.
  • Caprese Salad: Combine 2 tablespoons Walnut Pesto, olive oil and vinegar in small bowl. Slice tomatoes and cheese into 1/4-inch thick slices. Layer tomatoes and cheese on serving plate. Drizzle pesto vinaigrette. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 355.4, Fat 32, SaturatedFat 8, Cholesterol 29.8, Sodium 310.6, Carbohydrate 6.6, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 2.5, Protein 13

Tips:

  • Use ripe, in-season tomatoes. This will ensure the best flavor and texture for your salad.
  • Choose fresh basil. Basil is the quintessential herb for Caprese salad. If you can't find fresh basil, you can use dried basil, but it won't be as flavorful.
  • Make your own pesto. Pesto is incredibly easy to make and it's much more flavorful than store-bought pesto. Plus, you can control the ingredients and make it to your liking.
  • Use a good quality olive oil. Olive oil is the key to a flavorful and authentic Caprese salad. Choose a good quality extra virgin olive oil.

Conclusion:

Caprese salad is a classic Italian dish that is perfect for summer. It's light, refreshing, and flavorful, and it's also very easy to make. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and beautiful Caprese salad that will impress your friends and family. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special dish for a party, Caprese salad is a great option. It's also a great way to showcase fresh, seasonal produce. So next time you're looking for a delicious and healthy salad, give Caprese salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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