Florida Starfruit (Carambola) and Basil Salad with Florida Roasted Sweet Red Pepper Vinaigrette

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Ingredients (18)

  • 8 to 10 ounces Florida leaf lettuces (assorted, if possible)
  • 1 Florida starfruit (carambola), sliced
  • 8 to 10 thin slices cured meat (such as Jamón Serrano, bresaola, prosciutto, salami)
  • 8 to 10 thin slices firm cheese (such as Manchego, Romano, Beaufort, Parmesan)
  • Several fresh basil sprigs, leaves and tender tops, hand-torn
  • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
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  • Florida Roasted Sweet Red Pepper Vinaigrette
  • 1 red Florida sweet bell pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Florida honey
  • 1 tablespoon fresh Florida herbs (oregano, thyme, parsley), finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Florida all-purpose seasoning blend
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon fresh garlic, chopped
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

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