Heart-Healthy Tomato Mozzarella Salad
Bright, fresh, and irresistibly flavorful, this Heart-Healthy Tomato Mozzarella Salad is the perfect blend of wholesome ingredients and vibrant Mediterranean flair. Bursting with juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy low-fat mozzarella, and fragrant fresh basil, this easy-to-make dish is elevated with a zesty homemade dressing featuring extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and a hint of garlic. Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required, it’s an ideal recipe for a quick side dish or a refreshing snack. Designed with your heart in mind, this salad keeps things light while delivering bold flavors, making it a must-try for health-conscious food lovers. Serve it alongside grilled proteins, pair it with crusty whole-grain bread, or enjoy it solo for a guilt-free treat packed with antioxidants and healthy fats!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Cherry tomatoes
- 8 oz Low-fat mozzarella cheese (fresh, in water)
- 0.5 cups Fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp Balsamic vinegar
- 1 clove Garlic (finely minced)
- 0.25 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Freshly ground black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Wash the cherry tomatoes and slice them in half. Place them in a large salad bowl.
Step 2
Drain the low-fat mozzarella and pat dry with a paper towel. Cut the mozzarella into bite-sized pieces or keep whole if using mozzarella pearls. Add to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Step 3
Rinse the fresh basil leaves and pat them dry. Tear the larger leaves into smaller pieces or leave them whole, then add to the salad bowl.
Step 4
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and freshly ground black pepper to create the dressing.
Step 5
Drizzle the dressing over the salad ingredients in the bowl. Gently toss the salad until the components are evenly coated with the dressing.
Step 6
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Step 7
Serve immediately as a light side dish or enjoy on its own for a heart-healthy snack.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (583.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 884.1 |
| Total Fat 65.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 28.4g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 121.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1827.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 24.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 18.4g | |
| Protein 60.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1681.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 950.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories