mango-radicchio caprese with basil vinaigrette

sunshine on a plate. my new favorite recipe. leftovers for breakfast. can't wait to share.

mango-radicchio caprese with basil vinaigrette

bon appétit may 2008

• 1/3 cup chopped fresh basil, plus 8 whole large basil leaves

• 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

• 2 tbsp white balsamic vinegar

1. puree first three ingredients in food processor or blender

• 8 radicchio leaves (thick ends trimmed)

• 2 mangoes, peeled, halved and thinly sliced

• 8 1/4 inch-thick slices of fresh mozzarella

2. using radicchio leaves as lettuce cups, layer each cup with couple slices of mango, mozzarella and basil leaf.

3. drizzle a small spoonful of the basil vinaigrette over each radicchio cup

4. enjoy