Mango-Radicchio Caprese with Basil Vinaigrette

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
11%
Mango-Radicchio Caprese with Basil Vinaigrette
45 min.
4
179kcal

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Looking for a refreshing and vibrant salad that delights the senses? Dive into our Mango-Radicchio Caprese with Basil Vinaigrette—a stunning dish that beautifully marries sweetness and bitterness in a way that is bound to impress your guests. This vegetarian and gluten-free recipe combines luscious mangoes, creamy mozzarella, and slightly bitter radicchio, bringing together a delightful mix of flavors and textures that are perfect for any occasion, whether it's a light lunch, a starter for your dinner party, or an elegant antipasto spread.

The star of this dish is undoubtedly the delectable basil vinaigrette, which infuses each bite with aromatic freshness. Made from fresh basil, extra-virgin olive oil, and a splash of white balsamic vinegar, it's a dressing that elevates the entire salad. The vibrant colors of the sliced mangoes and mozzarella next to the rich hues of radicchio create an eye-catching presentation that makes this salad as beautiful as it is tasty.

In just 45 minutes, you can create a masterpiece that not only pleases the palate but also nourishes the body, with each serving containing only 179 calories. Perfect for both casual snacking and sophisticated dining, this Mango-Radicchio Caprese is sure to become a go-to recipe in your culinary repertoire. Gather your ingredients, and get ready to tantalize your taste buds!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup basil fresh whole chopped
  • large mangos peeled halved thinly sliced
  • 8.3 inch mozzarella fresh (from one 8-ounce ball)
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  •  radicchio thinly thick ends trimmed
  • tablespoons balsamic vinegar white

Equipment

    Directions

    1. Blend chopped basil, oil, and vinegar in miniprocessor until most of basil is pureed. Season with salt and pepper.
    2. Overlap radicchio, mangoes, cheese, and basil leaves on plates.
    3. Drizzle with vinaigrette.
    4. Serve, passing remaining vinaigrette.
    5. The pictured salad was made with gorgeous Tardivo radicchio, but standard Chioggia (round) or Treviso (endive-like) radicchio works just as well.
    6. Per serving: Calories 304, 20g fat (7g saturated), 23mg cholesterol, 86mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate, 2g fiber, 13g protein
    7. Nutrition Data
    8. See Nutrition Data's complete analysis of this recipe ›

    Nutrition Facts

    Calories179kcal
    Protein4.61%
    Fat58.5%
    Carbs36.89%

    Properties

    Glycemic Index
    49.69
    Glycemic Load
    7.9
    Inflammation Score
    -7
    Nutrition Score
    8.0417391016431%

    Flavonoids

    Cyanidin
    2.64mg
    Delphinidin
    0.17mg
    Pelargonidin
    0.02mg
    Catechin
    1.78mg
    Apigenin
    0.02mg
    Luteolin
    0.79mg
    Kaempferol
    0.05mg
    Myricetin
    0.06mg
    Quercetin
    0.63mg

    Nutrients percent of daily need

    Calories:178.6kcal
    8.93%
    Fat:12.08g
    18.59%
    Saturated Fat:2.24g
    13.97%
    Carbohydrates:17.14g
    5.71%
    Net Carbohydrates:15.44g
    5.61%
    Sugar:15.45g
    17.16%
    Cholesterol:4.14mg
    1.38%
    Sodium:36.45mg
    1.58%
    Alcohol:0g
    100%
    Alcohol %:0%
    100%
    Protein:2.14g
    4.28%
    Vitamin C:38.19mg
    46.3%
    Vitamin A:1261.32IU
    25.23%
    Vitamin K:24.19µg
    23.04%
    Vitamin E:2.51mg
    16.76%
    Folate:47.43µg
    11.86%
    Fiber:1.71g
    6.82%
    Copper:0.13mg
    6.6%
    Vitamin B6:0.13mg
    6.47%
    Potassium:198.87mg
    5.68%
    Manganese:0.1mg
    5.15%
    Calcium:44.03mg
    4.4%
    Phosphorus:36.48mg
    3.65%
    Vitamin B3:0.72mg
    3.61%
    Magnesium:13.9mg
    3.47%
    Vitamin B2:0.06mg
    3.31%
    Vitamin B5:0.22mg
    2.21%
    Selenium:1.54µg
    2.19%
    Iron:0.38mg
    2.11%
    Vitamin B1:0.03mg
    2.1%
    Vitamin B12:0.12µg
    1.99%
    Zinc:0.28mg
    1.87%
    Source:Epicurious