Best 8 South Of The Border Caprese Salad Recipes

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SOUTH-OF-THE-BORDER CAPRESE SALAD



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Plump heirloom tomatoes highlight this garden-fresh showpiece, drizzled with a sweet-tart dressing and sprinkled with cheese. It's perfect for an outdoor party and so easy to make! -Kathleen Merkley, Layton, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings (1 cup dressing).

Number Of Ingredients 15

CILANTRO VINAIGRETTE:
1/3 cup white wine vinegar
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
3 tablespoons sugar
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
1 garlic clove, peeled and quartered
3/4 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup olive oil
SALAD:
4 cups torn mixed salad greens
3 large heirloom or other tomatoes, sliced
1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco or diced part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 teaspoons fresh cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • In a blender, combine the first six ingredients. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream., Arrange greens on a serving platter; top with tomatoes. Sprinkle with cheese, salt and pepper., Just before serving, drizzle salad with 1/2 cup dressing; garnish with cilantro leaves. Refrigerate leftover dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168 calories, Fat 14g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 286mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

SOUTH OF THE BORDER SALAD



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"Several years ago, a co-worker gave me the recipe for this fast-to-fix summer salad," recalls Paula Ishii of Ralston, Nebraska. "I usually have all the ingredients on hand, so I frequently take it to potlucks when I'm short on time."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cans (15-1/4 ounces each) whole kernel corn, drained
2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
3/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
1/3 cup olive oil
1/3 cup lime juice
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cumin

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the corn, beans, tomatoes and onions. In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients; add to corn mixture and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 138 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 549mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

SOUTH OF THE BORDER CHOPPED SALAD



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Chopped salads can take all kinds of forms and are easy to transport; just put each ingredient in a separate sealable bag or plastic container, then toss everything wherever you choose to eat.

Provided by Food Network

Time 35m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

4 corn tortillas
Vegetable oil
Salt
2 limes, juiced
2 teaspoons Spice Mix, recipe follows
1/3 cup good olive oil
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1/2 head Romaine lettuce, shredded
1 can (15 ounce) garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup ripe cherry tomatoes, halved
1 ripe avocado, diced
4 ounces queso fresco or feta, crumbled
1/2 cup cilantro leaves, chopped
2 teaspoons kosher salt
2 teaspoons ground chile powder
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon granulated garlic

Steps:

  • To make the salad, preheat an oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Brush each tortilla with vegetable oil on both sides, then sprinkle with salt. Stack tortillas and cut into thin strips. Scatter strips on a baking sheet and bake until golden brown and crisp, about 15 minutes. Let cool.
  • Meanwhile, to make the vinaigrette, stir together the lime juice and spice mix; pour in olive oil and whisk to blend. Stir in green onions.
  • To assemble the salad, put lettuce in a large bowl. Top with cooled tortilla strips, beans, cherry tomatoes, avocado, cheese, and cilantro. Add dressing and toss well.
  • To make the spice mix, stir together salt and spices in a sealable plastic bag. Store up to 1 month.

SOUTH-OF-THE-BORDER CAPRESE SALAD



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Categories     Salad     Tomato

Yield 6 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

CILANTRO VINAIGRETTE:
1/3 cup white wine vinegar
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
3 tablespoons sugar
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
1 garlic clove, peeled and quartered
3/4 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup olive oil
SALAD:
4 cups torn mixed salad greens
3 large heirloom or other tomatoes, sliced
1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco or diced part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 teaspoons fresh cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • In a blender, combine the first six ingredients. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Arrange greens on a serving platter; top with tomatoes. Sprinkle with cheese, salt and pepper. Just before serving, drizzle salad with 1/2 cup dressing; garnish with cilantro leaves. Refrigerate leftover dressing. Yield: 6 servings (1 cup dressing).

SOUTH OF THE BORDER CASSEROLE



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An easy and family pleasing casserole that's on the table in less than 45 minutes. I serve this with a guacamole salad, or a green salad with slices of avocado.

Provided by PanNan

Categories     Cheese

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 jalapeno, minced (optional or more to taste)
2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce
1 tablespoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
6 corn tortillas, cut in half
2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded (8 oz)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 and grease 1 1/2 qrt casserole dish.
  • Brown meat and drain.
  • Add onion and jalapeno (if using) and cook with meat until tender.
  • Stir in tomato sauce and seasonings.
  • Layer one-third of meat mixture, cheese and one half of tortillas in casserole dish; repeat layers, ending with cheese.
  • Bake at 325 for 20 minutes.
  • Note: Corn tortillas will soften and absorb the sauce.
  • These are recommended.
  • Flour tortillas will expand and the casserole will be too doughy-therefore flour tortillas are not recommended.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 601.9, Fat 37.4, SaturatedFat 18.8, Cholesterol 136.4, Sodium 1351, Carbohydrate 28.5, Fiber 5, Sugar 6.6, Protein 39.2

THE BEST CAPRESE SALAD



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This classic Italian caprese salad is quintessential summer fare. Serve with a chilled white wine and enjoy in the sunshine or on a balmy summer evening!

Provided by ChefJackie

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 large heirloom tomatoes, sliced, or to taste
1 (16 ounce) package fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
½ cup fresh basil leaves
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Arrange tomato slices, mozzarella slices, and basil leaves on a serving plate, alternating between them. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 405.2 calories, Carbohydrate 8.6 g, Cholesterol 72.6 mg, Fat 28.5 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 28.9 g, SaturatedFat 12.9 g, Sodium 748.4 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

CAPRESE SALAD



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Make this classic Italian tricolore salad for a starter or side. It's incredibly simple but, when made with perfectly ripe tomatoes, is a real delight

Provided by Adam Bush

Categories     Side dish, Starter

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 ripe plum tomatoes, sliced
2 balls of mozzarella (or vegetarian alternative), sliced
handful of basil leaves
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 tbsp balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Arrange the slices of tomato and mozzarella on a platter, alternating between slices of each, and sprinkle over the basil leaves. Season generously with salt and black pepper, then drizzle over the olive oil and vinegar. Serve straightaway.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 242 calories, Fat 18 grams fat, SaturatedFat 9 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 6 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 6 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 12 grams protein, Sodium 0.6 milligram of sodium

SOUTH OF THE BORDER SALAD



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Make and share this South of the Border Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by gailanng

Categories     Greens

Time 25m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup catsup
about 2/3 cup fresh salsa (hot or mild)
1 avocado, chopped
1 (3 1/4 ounce) can black olives, drained and sliced
1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
1 (16 ounce) can red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 (16 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed
1 large head romaine lettuce, washed, spin dried and torn into bite size pieces
4 green onions, chopped
2 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 English cucumber, chopped
2 cups corn tortilla chips, broken or 2 cups corn tortilla strips
1/2 lb shredded sharp cheddar cheese (about 2 cups)
chopped cilantro (optional)
chopped fresh jalapeno pepper (optional)

Steps:

  • For the Dressing: Combine mayonnaise, catsup and salsa in a small bowl. Adjust amounts to taste. Add chopped avocado and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, toss olives, bell pepper, beans. lettuce, green onions, tomatoes, cucumber and optional ingredients, if using.
  • Pour salsa dressing with avocado over salad and toss well.
  • Add tortilla chips and cheese; toss again or can add to top of individual servings. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 436.9, Fat 22.1, SaturatedFat 7.8, Cholesterol 33.6, Sodium 659, Carbohydrate 45.8, Fiber 11.7, Sugar 5.8, Protein 18

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