Nutrition Facts for Insalata di formaggio cheese salad

Insalata Di Formaggio Cheese Salad

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Italy with this Insalata Di Formaggio Cheese Salad, a delightful medley of crisp mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, and refreshing cucumber slices. Elevated by the creamy richness of mozzarella pearls, nutty shaved Parmesan, and buttery Fontina cheese cubes, this salad is a true celebration of Italian cheeses. Freshly chopped basil adds an aromatic touch, while a tangy-sweet homemade vinaigrette made with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard ties it all together. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook recipe is perfect as a light appetizer, a refreshing side dish, or even a quick lunch. Simple, elegant, and packed with flavor, this cheese-forward masterpiece will transport your taste buds to the heart of Italy.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100
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Prep Time:15 mins
Cook Time:0 mins
Total Time:15 mins
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 4 cups Mixed greens (arugula, baby spinach, and radicchio)
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
  • 1 medium Cucumbers
  • 1 cup Mozzarella pearls
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese (shaved)
  • 0.5 cup Fontina cheese (cubed)
  • 10 leaves Fresh basil leaves
  • 3 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Honey
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the mixed greens thoroughly; set aside in a large bowl.

Step 2

Halve the cherry tomatoes. Peel the cucumber, slice it into thin rounds, and add them to the bowl with the greens.

Step 3

Add the mozzarella pearls, shaved Parmesan, and cubed Fontina cheese to the bowl.

Step 4

Chop the fresh basil leaves gently and sprinkle them over the salad mixture.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to create the vinaigrette.

Step 6

Drizzle the homemade vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.

Step 7

Serve immediately as a light appetizer or side dish. Enjoy your Insalata Di Formaggio Cheese Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size (954.7g)
Amount per serving % Daily Value*
Calories 1806.1
Total Fat 138.9g 0%
Saturated Fat 66.7g 0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 274.0mg 0%
Sodium 4257.6mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 43.7g 0%
Dietary Fiber 5.4g 0%
Total Sugars 26.7g
Protein 97.7g 0%
Vitamin D 37.6IU 0%
Calcium 2518.2mg 0%
Iron 4.6mg 0%
Potassium 1401.6mg 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: 68.8%
Protein: 21.5%
Carbs: 9.6%