Description
A refreshing and vibrant salad featuring marinated cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fresh herbs, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup mozzarella balls
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the halved cherry tomatoes and mozzarella balls.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the tomatoes and mozzarella, and toss gently to combine.
- Add the chopped basil and parsley, and mix well.
- Let the salad marinate for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance the flavors.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh mozzarella.
- This salad can be made a few hours in advance; just keep it refrigerated.
- Feel free to add other herbs like oregano or thyme for additional flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg