Ingredients
Instructions
Prepare rice according to package directions, set aside.
Slice tomato and mozzarella into thin slices.
In small bowl, combine rice, basil and vinaigrette. Layer tomato slices, rice mixture and mozzarella.
Drizzle each serving with about 1 teaspoon olive oil.
Top with fresh cracked pepper if desired.
Italian Inspiration
Layered with wonderful tastes of the Mediterranean including sliced tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, extra virgin olive oil, basil and balsamic vinaigrette, the only way to make this simple Caprese salad better is by adding in a bit of hearty and aromatic Texmati® White Rice. With its light and fluffy texture, this dish works beautifully as a side or complement to a meal spread.
To make it into a main dish, try tossing the ingredients with plain risotto rice using our recipe for Classic Italian Risotto. Make sure to save the olive oil, fresh basil and vinaigrette to sprinkle on top or drizzle over for final touches and flavor.
For more coastal meal inspiration, browse our recipe selection for rice, orzo, quinoa and Pearl Couscous Recipes with delicious Mediterranean ingredient additions.
Note: If you are eating a wheat-free diet, you might be wondering, is Orzo Gluten Free? Or Pearl Couscous? As these two varieties are made from durum wheat semolina, they are not Gluten Free, however, all of our rice varieties are naturally free of gluten.
