Best 5 Marinated Mozzarella Tossed Salad Recipes

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**Marinated Mozzarella Tossed Salad: A Refreshing and Flavorful Culinary Delight**

Indulge in a culinary journey with our marinated mozzarella tossed salad, a refreshing and flavorful dish that tantalizes taste buds. This salad combines the delectable flavors of marinated mozzarella cheese, crisp greens, juicy tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and a tangy vinaigrette dressing. Experience a symphony of textures and tastes in every bite. Discover the art of creating this delectable salad with our easy-to-follow recipe, along with variations and serving suggestions to suit your preferences. Let your taste buds rejoice in the harmony of flavors as you explore the vibrant world of marinated mozzarella tossed salad.

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1. **Mozzarella and Avocado Salad with Basil Vinaigrette:** Dive into a refreshing medley of creamy mozzarella, ripe avocado, peppery arugula, and tangy basil vinaigrette.

2. **Caprese Salad Skewers with Balsamic Glaze:** Elevate your appetizer game with colorful skewers featuring juicy tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, sweet basil, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze.

3. **Grilled Peach and Mozzarella Salad:** Experience a delightful blend of sweet grilled peaches, creamy mozzarella, zesty arugula, and a hint of mint in this summery salad.

4. **Watermelon and Mozzarella Salad with Feta:** Quench your thirst with a refreshing combination of juicy watermelon, tangy feta cheese, creamy mozzarella, and a drizzle of olive oil.

5. **Mozzarella and Roasted Red Pepper Panini:** Indulge in a warm and savory sandwich filled with melted mozzarella, roasted red peppers, flavorful pesto, and crisp bread.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

TOMATO-CUCUMBER MOZZARELLA SALAD



Tomato-Cucumber Mozzarella Salad image

I used fresh mozzarella for the first time last year and loved it. I wanted to incorporate it into as many dishes as possible and came up with this tomato cucumber basil salad. It has quickly become a mainstay at my house. -Jennifer Klann, Corbett, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 English cucumber, quartered and cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 small green pepper, chopped
1/4 cup thinly sliced onions
12 pitted Greek olives, sliced
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil
1/3 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, cubed

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine tomatoes, cucumber, green pepper, onions, olives, parsley and basil. In a small bowl, whisk oil, vinegars, sugar, salt, oregano and pepper. Pour over salad; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes. Just before serving, toss in cheese. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160 calories, Fat 14g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 265mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MARINATED MOZZARELLA TOMATO SALAD



Marinated Mozzarella Tomato Salad image

The most delicious summer salad! This marinated mozzarella tomato salad is quite possibly the best summer salad I've ever eaten! Loaded with garlic and herb marinated mozzarella, ripe summer tomatoes, fresh basil, and a healthy drizzle of balsamic glaze!

Provided by Marzia

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h10m

Number Of Ingredients 9

⅓ cup basil, chopped or torn
½ cup extra virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons lemon juice
2 small cloves garlic (or 1 large), grated
¾ teaspoon Maldon salt
¼ - ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 (8-ounce) pearl mozzarella (small ball sized)
1 ½ pounds cherry tomatoes (or quartered plum tomatoes)
Prepared balsamic glaze (store-bought or homemade, see notes)

Steps:

  • MARINATE: Combine the olive oil, lemon juice, grated garlic, salt, red pepper flakes in a bowl and stir until mixed. Add 1 -2 torn basil leaves to the mix along with the mozzarella. Cover and allow to sit at room temperature for at least 1 hour and if possible, cover and refrigerate for 24-36 hours.
  • TOMATOES: An hour before serving, add the tomatoes to a medium bowl. Remove the mozzarella from the marinade and add to the tomatoes (don't toss out the oil!) Add the torn basil leaves, along with another big pinch of Malden salt and drizzle roughly 2 tablespoons of the oil on top and toss to combine. Allow the salad to marinate for 1 hour before serving. Taste and adjust with additional marinade oil or salt if the salad needs it before serving. Drizzle with homemade balsamic glaze and serve!

MARINATED MOZZARELLA



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Provided by Food Network

Time 1h15m

Yield Serves 6-8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2lb fresh mozzarella, sliced
4 cloves of garlic, sliced thin
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, crushed
1 teaspoon fresh oregano, chopped
Salt
Black pepper
Extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • In a shallow dish, fan mozzarella. Scatter sliced garlic around on mozzarella. Do the same with the red pepper flakes and the oregano. Sprinkle salt to taste and ground pepper over and around to taste. Drizzle olive oil over mozzarella. Let dish rest for one hour at room temperature for best flavor.

BALSAMIC MARINATED TOMATO AND MOZZARELLA SALAD



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A perfectly simple salad marinated in a combination of olive oil and balsamic vinegar and kicked up with onion, garlic and basil. The longer it sits, the better it gets. Also great served over pasta.

Provided by Marie

Categories     Cheese

Time 10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
black pepper
1 clove minced garlic
3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
1/4 cup onion, chopped
1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese, cubes
1 pint grape tomatoes or 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved

Steps:

  • Mix together first five ingredients for dressing and toss in cheese and tomatoes.
  • Chill until ready to serve.

CLASSIC PASTA SALAD WITH MOZZARELLA, AVOCADO AND BASIL



Classic Pasta Salad With Mozzarella, Avocado and Basil image

With its colorful jumble of tomatoes, avocado, olives, mozzarella and cucumber, this has everything you've ever wanted in a pasta salad. But feel free to customize the ingredients to suit your own tastes (see Tip), and to add lemon and salt to the dressing to taste. As long as you don't overcook the pasta, and add it while still hot to the dressing, you really can't go wrong. Make this a few hours ahead so the flavors have a chance to meld, but be sure not to add the avocado until just before serving.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     lunch, pastas, salads and dressings, side dish

Time 25m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 tablespoons minced shallot or red onion
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, plus more to taste
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt, plus more to taste
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
Fine sea salt, as needed
1 pound short pasta, such as campanelle, fusilli or farfalle
1 ripe avocado, peeled, pitted and diced
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup sliced cucumber
1 pound fresh mozzarella, cut into bite-size cubes
1/4 cup shaved Parmesan
1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil

Steps:

  • To prepare the dressing, in a large bowl, whisk together shallot, lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper. Let sit for 5 minutes, then whisk in oil. Taste and add more salt and-or lemon juice if needed.
  • Bring a large pot of heavily salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until it is just al dente, usually a minute less than the package instructions. Drain well. While still warm, add the pasta to the bowl with the dressing and toss well. Let pasta cool, soaking up the dressing.
  • In a medium bowl, gently toss together avocado, lemon juice and a pinch of salt.
  • Just before serving, add tomato, cucumber, mozzarella and Parmesan to the bowl with the pasta and toss well. Gently fold in avocado and basil.
  • Drizzle with olive oil, cracked black pepper and salt to taste before serving.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
  • Don't overcook the vegetables, or they will lose their texture and nutrients.
  • For a more flavorful salad, marinate the mozzarella cheese in olive oil, herbs, and spices before assembling the salad.
  • If you're using a store-bought dressing, taste it first and adjust the seasonings to your liking.
  • Add some nuts, seeds, or croutons for extra crunch and flavor.

Conclusion:

Marinated mozzarella tossed salad is a light, refreshing, and flavorful salad that is perfect for a summer meal. It's also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this salad is sure to become a favorite. So next time you're looking for a quick and healthy meal, give this marinated mozzarella tossed salad a try.

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