Orange And Mozzarella Towers With Orange Balsamic V

Name: Orange And Mozzarella Towers With Orange Balsamic Vinaigrette
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 oranges, sliced into 1/4 inch slices lightly grilled; 12 baby lettuce leaves; 12 slices fresh mozzarella cheese (1/4-inch thick); 12 fresh basil leaves; fresh ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons orange zest, chopped; Orange Balsamic Vinaigrette (use 1/4 cup); 1/4 cup orange juice; 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar; 3 tablespoons olive oil; salt and pepper (to taste)

Servings: persons

4 oranges, sliced into 1/4 inch slices lightly grilled
12 baby lettuce leaves
12 slices fresh mozzarella cheese (1/4-inch thick)
12 fresh basil leaves
fresh ground black pepper
2 tablespoons orange zest, chopped
Orange Balsamic Vinaigrette (use 1/4 cup)
1/4 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons olive oil
salt and pepper (to taste)

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To make each portion:
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Place 3 baby lettuce leaves on each of 4 salad plates.
3
On each plate, place 1 mozzarella slice on lettuce, top with 1 orange slice and 1 basil leaf.
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Repeat process with a second mozzarella slice, second orange slice and second basil leaf.
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Finish with a third mozzarella slice, orange slice and basil leaf.
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Drizzle with 1 tablespoon Orange Balsamic Vinaigrette, sprinkle with fresh black pepper to taste and 1/2 teaspoon fresh orange zest.
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Orange Balsamic Vinaigrette:
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Combine orange juice and balsamic vinegar and whisk to blend.
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Continue whisking and slowly add olive oil into mixture until smooth.
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Season with salt and pepper.
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Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

521

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 oranges, sliced into 1/4 inch slices lightly grilled, 12 baby lettuce leaves, 12 slices fresh mozzarella cheese (1/4-inch thick), 12 fresh basil leaves, and more.

Yes, Orange And Mozzarella Towers With Orange Balsamic Vinaigrette 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Orange And Mozzarella Towers With Orange Balsamic Vinaigrette

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