Bocconcini and tomato salad is a refreshing, light, and flavorful Italian dish that is perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious salad that is sure to impress your friends and family. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weekday meal or a show-stopping dish for a special gathering, this classic Italian salad is a great choice.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
TOMATO AND BOCCONCINI SALAD
This salad should be made with the freshest ingredients possible, and is a delight as a side to most any meal! If you can't find, or don't have bocconcini, you could use another size of fresh mozzarella instead.
Provided by Sarah
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Tomato Salad Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine the olive oil, vinegar, garlic, salt, and black pepper in a jar with a lid; set aside. Gently combine the spinach, arugula, tomatoes, bocconcini cheese, and onion in a pretty serving bowl. Shake the salad dressing vigorously to combine, and drizzle over the salad to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 258.7 calories, Carbohydrate 9.8 g, Cholesterol 15.7 mg, Fat 22.7 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 445.1 mg, Sugar 4.8 g
BOCCONCINI AND TOMATO SALAD
In this take on Italy's caprese salad, fresh parsley replaces the traditional basil and olives are added to give the dish a pleasantly briny element.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Salad Recipes
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine tomatoes, parsley, bocconcini, olives, oil, and vinegar in bowl, and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.
TOMATO, CUCUMBER AND BOCCONCINI GRAIN SALAD RECIPE - (4.5/5)
Provided by HeatherS
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Add water, pinch salt and wheat berries to a medium saucepan. Bring to a rolling boil. Reduce heat to a simmer. Cover and cook until tender, about 1 hour. Drain well. Let cool. To cool faster, spread out on baking sheet. In a large bowl, combine cooked wheat berries, tomatoes, green onions, cucumber and cheese. To make the dressing: whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard and salt and pepper. Toss dressing with salad. Stir in basil. Let salad stand in fridge to develop flavours before serving, about 30 minutes.
Tips:
- Use fresh, ripe tomatoes. This will ensure the best flavor and texture.
- Choose a variety of tomatoes. This will add color and flavor to your salad.
- Cut the tomatoes into small pieces. This will make them easier to eat.
- Use a good quality olive oil. This will add flavor and richness to your salad.
- Season the salad with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add fresh herbs, such as basil or oregano, for extra flavor.
- Serve the salad immediately. This will prevent the tomatoes from becoming watery.
Conclusion:
Bocconcini and tomato salad is a simple but delicious dish that is perfect for a summer meal. It is light, refreshing, and packed with flavor. The combination of sweet tomatoes, creamy bocconcini, and tangy dressing is sure to please everyone at your table. Serve it as a starter or main course, or pack it for a picnic lunch. No matter how you enjoy it, you're sure to love this classic Italian salad.
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