Name: Portable Cherry Caprese Panzanella Salad
Ingredients: 1/2 cup red onion, sliced; 1 teaspoon lemon juice; 1/2 cup cherries, pitted and cut in half; 1/2 cup tomatoes, chopped; 1.5 ounces fresh mozzarella, cubed; 6 leaves of fresh mint or basil (or a combination), torn; 2 teaspoons olive oil; 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar; Dash of salt and black pepper; 1 cup cubed stale whole wheat crusty bread

Description

A portable summer salad perfect for the beach or a picnic featuring cherries, tomatoes, basil, mint, fresh mozzarella and bread.

Ingredients

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1/2 cup red onion, sliced
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 cup cherries, pitted and cut in half
1/2 cup tomatoes, chopped
1.5 ounces fresh mozzarella, cubed
6 leaves of fresh mint or basil (or a combination), torn
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
Dash of salt and black pepper
1 cup cubed stale whole wheat crusty bread

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Instructions

In a medium bowl, mix onion and lemon juice. Let stand for 5 minutes.
Add cherries, tomatoes, mozzarella, mint/basil, olive oil, vinegar, salt and pepper; mix well. Refrigerate until ready to put into Mason jar.
Before leaving for outdoor eating event, layer bread in bottom of Mason jar. Top with cherry/tomato mix and place in cooler. Before eating, toss vigorously until well blended.