Watermelon Mozzarella Caprese
- SERVES
- 5
- COOK TIME
- 15 Min
Refreshing watermelon slices take the novel tasty place of tomatoes in this Watermelon Mozzarella Caprese. The additional flavors from caramelized onions and Balsamic vinegar make this one a stand-out!
What You'll Need
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 large sweet onion, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup extra dry vermouth
- 2 tablespoon sugar
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 pound fresh water packed mozzarella, sliced into 15 slices
- 15 (2-1/2 x 2-1/2-inch) slices seedless watermelon, 1/2-inch thick
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
What to Do
- Heat oil in a large heavy skillet over medium high heat.
- Add onions and saute about 5 minutes until onions are golden in color. Reduce heat to medium.
- Add vermouth and sugar to pan and simmer until most of the liquid has evaporated from pan. Stir in balsamic vinegar and saute another few minutes.
- Remove from heat and cool. Alternate slices of cheese and watermelon on a serving platter or up to 4 individual salad plates. Spoon onion mixture over watermelon and mozzarella slices. Garnish with fresh basil.
Notes
Adapted from the National Watermelon Promotion Board