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.
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Recipe Information
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)
Instructions
1. Wash and halve the cherry or grape tomatoes. Ensure they are evenly sized for better presentation and flavor balance.
2. Drain and pat dry the fresh mozzarella pearls using a paper towel, removing any excess moisture.
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.
4. In a large salad bowl, combine the spring greens mix, halved tomatoes, mozzarella pearls, and fresh basil leaves.
5. Drizzle the balsamic glaze and extra virgin olive oil over the salad ingredients, ensuring even coverage.
6. Sprinkle the salad with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Adjust seasoning if desired.
7. Gently toss all the ingredients in the bowl until they are well mixed, being careful not to bruise the basil leaves.
8. Serve immediately as is, or pair with baguette slices on the side for an added crunchy texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
728 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.0 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1841 mg | 80% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 97.6 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.7 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.4 g | ||
| Protein | 18.1 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 183 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1293 mg | 28% | |
*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.
