Fresh Mozzarella with Baby Spinach and Balsamic Reduction
Servings 4
Ingredients
4cupsfresh baby spinach
2fresh mozzarella balls cut into a total of 16 pieces-cut each ball in half and then each half into four pieces
1/2cupcraisins
balsamic reduction-recipe below, need to make one day ahead
extra virgin olive oil
salt and pepper
Balsamic reduction
2cupsgood quality balsamic vinegar
Instructions
For the salad
In a bowl, add the baby spinach, drizzle with the extra virgin olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
Assembly
Using 4 salad plates, plate one cup of dressed baby spinach on each plate.
Add 4 pieces of fresh mozzarella on top of each portion.
In the center of each plate add a small amount of craisins.
Drizzle the balsamic reduction over each portion.
Serve immediately.
For the balsamic reduction
Heat balsamic vinegar in a small pot or saucepan over medium heat.
Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to medium-low heat and let simmer, stirring occasionally, until the vinegar thickens and is reduced to about 1/2 cup (about 20 minutes). It should be thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.
Store in a glass jar in your refrigerator. Keeps for 2 months.