Mozzarella Strawberry Salad With Chocolate Vinaigrette Recipes

STRAWBERRY SALAD WITH CHOCOLATE BALSAMIC DRESSING

Steps:

• Divide the rocket between the plates. Slice the cucumber lengthways, seed and slice into halfmoons. Arrange the Stilton, cucumber and strawberries on the rocket. Drizzle dressing on top.
• To make the dressing: Place balsamic vinegar in a saucepan, add caster sugar and dissolve over a gentle heat. Remove from heat and stir in 2 squares of chocolate. Leave to cool at room temperature. Do not refrigerate or dressing will solidify.

STRAWBERRY AND MOZZARELLA SALAD

Steps:

• In a small bowl whisk together the oil, vinegar salt and pepper. Place the lettuce in a large bowl and toss with half the dressing. Place the lettuce onto 4 salad plates.
• Toss the strawberries with the remaining dressing and place 1/4 of the berries on top of each mound of lettuce. Top each with cheese and sprinkle with the basil.

FRESH MOZZARELLA AND STRAWBERRY SALAD

Steps:

• Slice the mozzarella into 1/2" thick slices; arrange in overlapping slices on 4 salad or dessert plates.
• Refrigerate.
• Toss the strawberries with the sugar in a bowl and set aside to meld, about 30 minutes.
• Spoon the berries and their juice alongside the cheese; drizzle both the cheese and berries with the olive oil, then the vinegar.
• Serve immediately.

STRAWBERRY VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Place the strawberries in a blender; cover and process until pureed. Add lemon juice and sugar; cover and process until blended. While processing, gradually add vinegar and oil in a steady stream; process until thickened. Stir in poppy seeds. Transfer to a large bowl or jar; cover and store in the refrigerator.