Paleo Tomato and Mozzarella Salad

Elevate your summer salad game with this vibrant and dairy-free Paleo Tomato and "Mozzarella" Salad, a fresh twist on a classic favorite. Juicy, sweet cherry tomatoes pair perfectly with thinly sliced zucchini, cleverly standing in for mozzarella, and are brought to life with a luscious drizzle of creamy coconut-based dressing infused with zesty lemon juice and garlic. Fresh basil leaves and a touch of olive oil add aromatic depth, while a sprinkle of sea salt and black pepper ties it all together. Ready in just 15 minutes and bursting with wholesome, paleo-friendly ingredients, this salad is perfect for a light lunch, a refreshing appetizer, or a crowd-pleasing side dish at your next gathering. Nutritious, flavorful, and beautifully composed, this recipe strikes the ideal balance between simple and sensational!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium Zucchini (for mozzarella substitute)
• 0.5 cup Coconut cream
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 cup Fresh basil leaves
• 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash the cherry tomatoes thoroughly and slice them in half. Set aside in a serving bowl.

Step 2

Peel the zucchini and slice it into thin, round discs to mimic the texture of mozzarella slices.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the coconut cream, lemon juice, garlic powder, and sea salt to create a creamy drizzle.

Step 4

Layer the zucchini slices and halved cherry tomatoes in the serving bowl for an attractive presentation.

Step 5

Drizzle the coconut cream mixture over the vegetables evenly.

Step 6

Scatter the fresh basil leaves over the salad for both flavor and garnish.

Step 7

Drizzle olive oil over the salad, and sprinkle freshly ground black pepper to taste.

Step 8

Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to an hour to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(673.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	781.6

Total Fat 48.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 23.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1238.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 84.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.5g	0%
Total Sugars 74.7g
Protein 7.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 86.0mg	0%
Iron 2.5mg	0%
Potassium 1418.8mg	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: 54.5%

Protein: 3.5%

Carbs: 41.9%