South-of-the-Border Caprese Salad

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serves 4 - 1 cup dressing
Ingredients
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

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Preparation​

• 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.