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Insalata Idaho

Dawn Larzelier
By Dawn Larzelier
Idaho Insalata
    Idaho Insalata is truly a celebration of all the amazing flavors and ingredients that make our Gem State so special! From the creamy and tangy cheeses crafted by local artisans, to the fragrant herbs and juicy tomatoes grown by dedicated farmers throughout the state, every bite of this delicious salad is bursting with Idaho Goodness.

    Ingredients

    • 2 large ripe Idaho grown tomatoes, sliced ¼ inch thick
    • 8 ounces fresh Idaho mozzarella, sliced ¼ inch thick
    • ¼ teaspoons salt
    • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
    • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
    • 1-2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar (to taste)
    • 8 leaves fresh basil- Idaho

    Steps

    • Arrange tomato and mozzarella slices on a platter or individual salad plates, overlapping the slices and fanning them out like a deck of cards. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Mix oil and balsamic vinegar and drizzle over tomatoes and mozzarella. Cut basil into very thin slices and sprinkle over tomatoes and mozzarella. Garnish with fresh whole basil leaves. Serve immediately.