Marinated Mozzarella Three Variations

Elevate your appetizer game with 'Marinated Mozzarella Three Variations,' a versatile and flavorful recipe perfect for entertaining or indulging. Featuring tender mozzarella balls marinated in three distinct flavor profiles—Classic Italian with sun-dried tomatoes and fresh herbs, Mediterranean Herb with roasted red peppers and zesty lemon, and Spicy Chili-Honey for a sweet and fiery twist—this dish offers something for every palate. Ready in just 20 minutes of prep time and no cooking required, these marinated bites are served chilled or at room temperature, making them a breeze to prepare ahead of time. Paired with crusty bread, crackers, or an antipasto platter, these colorful variations are as stunning to serve as they are delicious to eat. Perfect for party appetizers, casual snacking, or upscale grazing boards, this recipe is a must-try for cheese lovers.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 450 grams Fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini or ciliegine)
• 240 ml Extra-virgin olive oil
• 3 cloves Fresh garlic cloves, minced
• 10 leaves Fresh basil leaves, torn
• 2 sprigs Fresh rosemary sprigs
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 100 grams Sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
• 100 grams Roasted red peppers, chopped
• 75 grams Black and green olives, pitted and sliced
• 1 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper, freshly ground
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 0.5 teaspoons Crushed chili flakes

Directions

Step 1

Drain the fresh mozzarella balls and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel. Divide them evenly into three separate bowls for each variation.

Step 2

For the Classic Italian variation: In a small bowl, combine 80 ml (about 1/3 cup) of olive oil, 1 minced garlic clove, 5 torn basil leaves, 1 rosemary sprig, 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Stir to mix, then pour the marinade over one bowl of mozzarella. Add the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and gently toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Step 3

For the Mediterranean Herb variation: In another small bowl, mix 80 ml (about 1/3 cup) of olive oil, 1 minced garlic clove, 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano, the chopped roasted red peppers, 1/4 cup sliced olives, 1 tablespoon of fresh parsley, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and the lemon zest. Pour this mixture over the second bowl of mozzarella and stir gently to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Step 4

For the Spicy Chili-Honey variation: In a third small bowl, whisk together 80 ml (about 1/3 cup) of olive oil, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 tablespoon honey, 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, 1/2 teaspoon crushed chili flakes, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Pour over the third bowl of mozzarella and mix gently. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Step 5

When ready to serve, bring all three marinated mozzarella variations to room temperature for about 15 minutes before plating. Serve with crusty bread, crackers, or alongside an antipasto platter for a stunning presentation.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1023.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3755.5

Total Fat 336.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 84.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 241.1mg	0%
Sodium 3705.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 104.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.7g	0%
Total Sugars 73.4g
Protein 97.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1856.4mg	0%
Iron 12.5mg	0%
Potassium 4082.2mg	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: 78.9%

Protein: 10.1%

Carbs: 10.9%