Tomato and Fresh Mozzarella Salad with Arugula Peppers
Bright, bold, and bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors, the Tomato and Fresh Mozzarella Salad with Arugula Peppers is a perfect pairing of freshness and vibrant colors. This simple yet sophisticated salad features juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy bite-sized mozzarella, peppery arugula, and the sweet crunch of red and yellow bell peppers, all brought together with a tangy balsamic vinaigrette. Torn basil leaves add a fragrant, herbaceous touch, completing this light and refreshing dish in just 15 minutes. Ideal as a side salad or appetizer, it’s a go-to recipe for summer gatherings and weeknight meals alike. Effortlessly impressive and full of wholesome ingredients, this salad is a celebration of seasonal produce and healthy eating at its finest.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella (small balls or cubed)
- 4 cups arugula
- 1 medium red bell pepper (thinly sliced)
- 1 medium yellow bell pepper (thinly sliced)
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper (freshly ground)
- 2 tbsp fresh basil leaves (torn)
Instructions
Wash and dry the cherry tomatoes, arugula, and bell peppers.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Slice the red and yellow bell peppers into thin strips and add them to the bowl.
Add the fresh mozzarella (either small balls or cubed) to the bowl with the vegetables.
In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Drizzle the dressing over the tomato, mozzarella, and pepper mixture.
Gently toss everything together to coat the ingredients evenly with the dressing.
Add the arugula to the mix and lightly toss again until well combined.
Top the salad with torn fresh basil leaves for extra flavor and garnish.
Serve immediately as a refreshing side salad or light appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1252 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 91.2 g | 117% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.1 g | 190% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 162 mg | 54% | |
| Sodium | 1925 mg | 84% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.7 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.7 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.5 g | ||
| Protein | 57.4 g | 115% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1424 mg | 110% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 2025 mg | 43% | |
*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.
