Caprese Salad With Blueberry Croutons Recipe

Name: Caprese Salad With Blueberry Croutons
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups blueberries; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 2 large eggs, lightly beaten; 1 1/2 cups crushed cornflakes (done gently in a coffee grinder or food processor); 2 1/2 tablespoons canola oil; 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 2 large ripe heirloom tomatoes, sliced; 12 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced; 6 basil leaves, cut into thin strips

Servings: persons

1
Rinse the blueberries, shaking off excess water but keeping them slightly wet.
2
Dip them in the flour and shake off excess.
3
Using a slotted spoon, dip the berries in the egg and drain.
4
Roll them in the cornflakes, coating them completely.
5
Heat the canola oil in a very large skillet over medium heat.
6
Add the berries and saute until brown and crisp, gently shaking the pan to brown them evenly.
7
While the berries are sauteing, whisk the olive oil and balsamic vinegar together.
8
On a platter, alternate slices of tomato and mozzarella.
9
Drizzle with the vinaigrette.
10
Place hot blueberries around the platter.
11
Garnish with basil leaves and serve immediately.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups blueberries, 1 cup all-purpose flour, 2 large eggs, lightly beaten, 1 1/2 cups crushed cornflakes (done gently in a coffee grinder or food processor), and more.

Yes, Caprese Salad With Blueberry Croutons falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Caprese Salad With Blueberry Croutons

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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