Mediterranean Diet Cherry Tomato and Mozzarella Salad
Bright, fresh, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this Cherry Tomato and Mozzarella Salad is the perfect marriage of simplicity and sophistication. Featuring juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella balls, and aromatic fresh basil leaves, this recipe is elevated with a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil and tangy balsamic vinegar. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this salad is a healthy, crowd-pleasing dish ideal for the Mediterranean diet. Whether served as a refreshing appetizer, a vibrant side dish, or even a light lunch, this colorful creation celebrates wholesome, natural ingredients and effortless preparation. Let the flavors marinate for a few minutes before serving, and enjoy a piece of summer on your plate!
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Ingredients
- 500 grams cherry tomatoes
- 250 grams fresh mozzarella balls
- 15 grams fresh basil leaves
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the cherry tomatoes under cold running water and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel. Slice each tomato in half and place into a large mixing bowl.
Step 2
Drain any liquid from the mozzarella balls and add them to the bowl with the halved cherry tomatoes.
Step 3
Gently rinse the fresh basil leaves, pat them dry, and tear them by hand into smaller pieces. Add the torn basil leaves to the cherry tomatoes and mozzarella.
Step 4
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Step 5
Pour the olive oil and balsamic vinegar dressing over the salad ingredients. Gently toss everything together using a large spoon, ensuring the tomatoes and mozzarella are evenly coated with the dressing.
Step 6
Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper if necessary.
Step 7
Let the salad marinate for at least 5 minutes at room temperature before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 8
Transfer the salad to a serving platter or individual plates and serve immediately as an appetizer or a refreshing side.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (825.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1228.0 |
| Total Fat 95.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 41.4g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 196.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2786.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 32.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 24.4g | |
| Protein 58.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1370.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1466.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories