Fresh Mozzarella and Strawberry Salad
Brighten your table with this Fresh Mozzarella and Strawberry Salad, a stunning blend of sweet and savory flavors that’s as beautiful as it is delicious! Perfect for summer gatherings or a light, elegant meal, this salad pairs juicy, ripe strawberries with creamy mozzarella balls, peppery baby arugula, and the sweet tang of balsamic glaze. Freshly chiffonaded basil adds a fragrant touch, while a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil brings richness to every bite. Ready in just 15 minutes and requiring no cooking, this recipe is a breeze to prepare yet looks and tastes like a gourmet masterpiece. Serve it as a refreshing side dish, a colorful appetizer, or even a light main course, and let its vibrant ingredients wow your guests!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini or ciliegine)
- 1 lb fresh strawberries
- 4 cups baby arugula
- 3 tbsp balsamic glaze
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 8 leaves fresh basil leaves
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper (freshly ground)
Instructions
Wash and hull the strawberries, then slice them into halves or quarters, depending on their size.
Drain the fresh mozzarella balls and pat them dry with a paper towel.
Rinse the baby arugula and pat it dry using a clean kitchen towel or salad spinner.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the arugula, sliced strawberries, and mozzarella balls.
Drizzle the balsamic glaze and extra-virgin olive oil over the salad.
Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper, gently tossing the salad to ensure everything is evenly coated.
Transfer the salad to a serving platter or individual plates.
Chiffonade the fresh basil leaves (roll the leaves into a tight cylinder and slice thinly) and sprinkle them over the salad as a garnish.
Serve immediately and enjoy the vibrant combination of flavors!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
958 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 68.2 g | 87% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.1 g | 140% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 122 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 1034 mg | 45% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.4 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.1 g | ||
| Protein | 44.1 g | 88% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1011 mg | 78% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 752 mg | 16% | |
*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.
