FRESH MOZZARELLA AND TOMATO SALAD

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A splash of lemon and hint of refreshing mint brighten up the medley of red tomatoes, creamy mozzarella and ripe avocados in this colorful, sensational salad. -Lynn Scully, Rancho Santa Fe, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 plum tomatoes, chopped
2 cartons (8 ounces each) fresh mozzarella cheese pearls, drained
1/3 cup minced fresh basil
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
2 teaspoons minced fresh mint
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup olive oil
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 medium ripe avocados, peeled and chopped

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, cheese, basil, parsley and mint; set aside., In a small bowl, whisk the lemon juice, oil, salt and pepper. Pour over tomato mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving., Just before serving, stir in avocados. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 305 calories, Fat 26g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 309mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

ANIK Mojumder
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I love the simplicity of this salad. It's made with just a few fresh ingredients and it's always delicious.


Rapheal K
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Kamrul Talukder
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I've made this salad with different types of herbs and it's always delicious. I especially like it with basil or oregano.


Thui mong GAMER
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This salad is a great way to showcase fresh summer produce.


Samjana
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I love the combination of sweet and savory flavors in this salad.


emon rahman
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover mozzarella cheese.


Munazim Shah
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I've made this salad with different types of tomatoes and it's always delicious. I especially like it with heirloom tomatoes.


Zubair M zubair razzaq
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This salad is a great way to cool off on a hot summer day.


Musfiqur Alvi
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I love the simplicity of this salad. It's made with just a few fresh ingredients and it's always delicious.


Rakib Akan
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


eyad the lighting
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I've made this salad with different types of cheese and it's always delicious. I especially like it with goat cheese or feta.


Malebohang Tukiso
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This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also a great side dish for grilled chicken or fish.


Megan Daniel
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I love the addition of fresh basil to this salad. It really brightens up the flavors.


MD: Fahim Ahmed
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This salad is a great way to use up fresh summer tomatoes.


Akinmusayo Adebayo
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I've made this salad several times and it's always perfect. The recipe is easy to follow and the results are always delicious.


Melissa Cole
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This is my new favorite summer salad. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Stanley Pilusa
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I made this salad for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Ahmad Arfan Permadi
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This salad is so refreshing and delicious! The mozzarella is creamy and the tomatoes are sweet and juicy. I love the combination of flavors.