South-of-the-Border Caprese Salad

 
South-of-the-Border Caprese Salad
This Mexican type salad is very unique and very delicious. Eat it with or without the cilantro vinaigrette dressing.

Makes 2 dozen servings
INGREDIENTS for CILANTRO VINAIGRETTE:
1/3 
cup white wine vinegar
1/2 
cup fresh cilantro leaves
3
 tbsp sugar
1
jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
1
garlic clove, peeled and quartered
3/4
tsp salt
2/3
cup olive oil
INGREDIENTS for SALAD:
1/3 
cup torn mixed salad greens
3
large heirloom or other tomatoes, sliced
1/2 
cup crumbled queso fresco or diced part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/4
tsp salt
1/8
tsp pepper
1-1/2 
tsp fresh cilantro leaves


DIRECTIONS:
1.  
In a blender, combine the first six ingredients for vinaigrette. While processing, gradually

add oil in a steady stream.
2.  Arrange greens on a serving platter; top with tomatoes. Sprinkle with cheese, salt, and
  pepper.
3. 
Just before serving, drizzle salad and 1/2 cup dressing; garnish with cilantro leaves.
  Refrigerate leftover dressing.