Mediterranean Diet Cherry Tomato and Mozzarella Salad
Experience the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this Cherry Tomato and Mozzarella Salad, a dish that’s as nutritious as it is delicious! Bursting with juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella balls, and fragrant fresh basil, this salad is perfectly dressed in a simple yet irresistible blend of extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Ready in just 15 minutes, this recipe captures the essence of the Mediterranean diet, offering a wholesome, refreshing option ideal for appetizers, side dishes, or a light and healthy snack. Whether you’re hosting a summer gathering or craving a quick, flavor-packed salad, this recipe delivers a delightful balance of textures and tastes that are sure to impress your palate. With keywords like "Mediterranean diet," "easy salad recipes," and "healthy tomato mozzarella salad," this dish is a must-try for lovers of fresh, wholesome cuisine.
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Recipe Information
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
Instructions
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.
Drain any liquid from the mozzarella balls and add them to the bowl with the halved cherry tomatoes.
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.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
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.
Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper if necessary.
Let the salad marinate for at least 5 minutes at room temperature before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Transfer the salad to a serving platter or individual plates and serve immediately as an appetizer or a refreshing side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1228 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 95.2 g | 122% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.4 g | 207% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 196 mg | 65% | |
| Sodium | 2787 mg | 121% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 32.1 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.8 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.4 g | ||
| Protein | 58.7 g | 117% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1371 mg | 105% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 1466 mg | 31% | |
*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.
