Panera Bread Tomato Mozzarella Salad

Experience the fresh, vibrant flavors of this Panera Bread-inspired Tomato Mozzarella Salad, a perfect balance of simplicity and sophistication. Featuring juicy cherry or grape tomatoes, creamy mozzarella pearls, and aromatic fresh basil, all nestled on a bed of crisp spring greens, this salad is drizzled with a luscious balsamic glaze and extra virgin olive oil for a burst of tangy richness. With just 10 minutes of prep time and no cooking required, this easy-to-make recipe is ideal for a quick lunch, a refreshing appetizer, or a light dinner. Serve it on its own or alongside crusty baguette slices for that signature café-style experience. Perfect for summer gatherings or a midday indulgence, this salad is as stunning on the table as it is delicious on the plate.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 cups Cherry or grape tomatoes
• 1 cup Fresh mozzarella pearls
• 1 cup Fresh basil leaves
• 2 tablespoons Balsamic glaze
• 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
• 4 cups Spring greens mix
• 4 pieces Baguette slices (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

1. Wash and halve the cherry or grape tomatoes. Ensure they are evenly sized for better presentation and flavor balance.

Step 2

2. Drain and pat dry the fresh mozzarella pearls using a paper towel, removing any excess moisture.

Step 3

3. Rinse and dry the fresh basil leaves, then lightly tear them into smaller pieces if they’re large, or leave them whole for a rustic look.

Step 4

4. In a large salad bowl, combine the spring greens mix, halved tomatoes, mozzarella pearls, and fresh basil leaves.

Step 5

5. Drizzle the balsamic glaze and extra virgin olive oil over the salad ingredients, ensuring even coverage.

Step 6

6. Sprinkle the salad with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Adjust seasoning if desired.

Step 7

7. Gently toss all the ingredients in the bowl until they are well mixed, being careful not to bruise the basil leaves.

Step 8

8. Serve immediately as is, or pair with baguette slices on the side for an added crunchy texture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(597.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	727.9

Total Fat 33.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1841.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 97.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.7g	0%
Total Sugars 31.4g
Protein 18.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 182.9mg	0%
Iron 6.0mg	0%
Potassium 1292.6mg	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: 39.1%

Protein: 9.5%

Carbs: 51.4%