Servings: 2
Ingredients:
2 cups arugula
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 plums, cut into 1-inch wedges
2 cups baguette, torn into 1 ½-inch pieces
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
4 ounces Wisconsin Fresh Mozzarella Cheese
1 tablespoon hazelnuts, toasted and chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
Grilled Plum and Bread Salad With Fresh Mozzarella
Directions:
Place arugula on serving plate and set aside.
Heat grill pan* over medium-high heat. Coat with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add plum slices. Grill 3-4 minutes per side, turning once. Place grilled plums over arugula.
Toss bread pieces in 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add to grill pan. Cook 5-6 minutes, turning occasionally, until toasted. Remove from pan and arrange over salad. Drizzle vinegar over salad and gently toss.
Tear Fresh Mozzarella into 1 1/2-inch pieces and arrange over salad. Drizzle with remaining olive oil. Top with hazelnuts, salt and pepper. Serve immediately.
Note: A grill basket may be used to prepare plums and bread over a gas or electric grill.