Chilli Cheese Bocconcini

Elevate your appetizer game with this irresistible Chilli Cheese Bocconcini recipe, a bold yet effortless dish bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors. Tender bocconcini cheese balls are bathed in a zesty marinade of extra virgin olive oil, garlic, fresh parsley, lemon zest, and a fiery kick of chilli flakes and sliced red chilli. This no-cook recipe is ready to assemble in just 10 minutes, making it the perfect make-ahead dish—allowing the bocconcini to soak up the vibrant marinade for maximum flavor. Serve these spicy, herby cheese bites with crusty bread or crackers for an elegant and crowd-pleasing appetizer that’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. Whether for a dinner party or a cozy night in, this dish is sure to wow!

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 grams Bocconcini cheese
• 60 ml Extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Chilli flakes
• 1 small (thinly sliced) Fresh red chilli
• 1 clove (minced) Fresh garlic
• 2 tablespoons (chopped) Fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Drain the bocconcini cheese and pat them dry using paper towels to remove any excess liquid. Place them in a shallow dish.

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, chilli flakes, sliced fresh chilli, minced garlic, chopped parsley, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to form the marinade.

Step 3

Pour the marinade over the bocconcini, ensuring each cheese ball is coated generously.

Step 4

Cover the dish with plastic wrap and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. For best results, marinate for 2-3 hours or overnight.

Step 5

Before serving, let the marinated bocconcini come to room temperature for 10 minutes. Transfer to a serving platter and spoon any leftover marinade over the top.

Step 6

Serve with crusty bread, crackers, or fresh vegetable sticks as a flavorful appetizer.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(337.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1102.7

Total Fat 98.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 33.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 125mg	0%
Sodium 2787.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 13.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.8g	0%
Total Sugars 8.9g
Protein 42.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 867.0mg	0%
Iron 2.2mg	0%
Potassium 347.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 79.8%

Protein: 15.4%

Carbs: 4.7%