Best 6 Bocconcini Salad Recipes

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When the weather gets hot and the days get long, there's nothing quite as refreshing as a light and summery salad. And when it comes to summer salads, nothing beats a classic bocconcini salad. This simple yet delicious dish is made with fresh bocconcini cheese, juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and a tangy vinaigrette dressing. It's the perfect meal for a hot day, and it's also easy to make ahead of time, making it a great option for busy weeknights.

Let's cook with our recipes!

BOCCONCINI SALAD



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Bite-size balls of fresh mozzarella, known as bocconcini, make up this great salad. If possible, seek out mozzarella di bufala, made from water buffalo's milk; a specialty of central and southern Italy, it is a softer, creamier mozzarella than that made from cow's milk.

Provided by Angel

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound bocconcini (bite-size mozzarella balls)
8 cherry tomatoes, halved
½ cup chopped green bell pepper
½ cup chopped celery
½ cup Belgian endive leaves
½ cup coarsely chopped arugula, stems included
1 ½ tablespoons fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves
salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, combine the mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, celery, endive and arugula.
  • Whisk together the lemon juice and olive oil; pour over the salad. Toss until all the ingredients are thoroughly coated with the dressing. Transfer salad to individual serving plates, if desired. Sprinkle the basil over the salad, season with salt and pepper, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 448.5 calories, Carbohydrate 6.2 g, Cholesterol 89.7 mg, Fat 35.7 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 25.9 g, SaturatedFat 16.4 g, Sodium 875 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

TOMATO AND BOCCONCINI SALAD



Tomato and Bocconcini Salad image

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

½ cup olive oil
½ cup balsamic vinegar
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
4 cups baby spinach, rinsed and dried
2 cups arugula, rinsed and dried
2 cups grape tomatoes
1 cup fresh bocconcini cheese, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 cup minced red onion

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



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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

3 pints mixed small heirloom tomatoes (6 cups), halved or quartered if needed
2 1/2 cups fresh flat-leaf parsley
2 cups bocconcini (mini mozzarella balls; 8 ounces), torn into pieces
1 1/3 cups mild green olives, such as Cerignola (6 ounces), pitted and sliced
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Combine tomatoes, parsley, bocconcini, olives, oil, and vinegar in bowl, and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.

ROASTED VEGGIE AND BOCCONCINI SALAD



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Make and share this Roasted Veggie and Bocconcini Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Lori Mama

Categories     Potato

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 large tomatoes, halved, seeds removed and cut into quarters
2 orange peppers, cut into quarters
1 red onion, quartered
3 cups baby potatoes, cooked and halved
1 bunch asparagus, cut into bite sized pieces and blanched
8 bocconcini, cut into quarters or
2 cups pearl bocconcini
1/3 cup oil
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
3 tablespoons minced fresh basil
1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 450 degrees.
  • Place tomatoes, peppers and onions on a non stick baking sheet.
  • Roast in oven approximately 15-20 minutes or until softened.
  • Remove, cool and cut into bite sized pieces.
  • Shake together in a sealable container the.
  • oil, mustard, lemon juice, chopped basil, salt and pepper.
  • Toss gently, in a large bowl, all the vegetables and both cheeses along with the dressing.
  • Serve immediately.

TOMATO, CUCUMBER AND BOCCONCINI GRAIN SALAD RECIPE - (4.5/5)



Tomato, Cucumber and Bocconcini Grain Salad Recipe - (4.5/5) image

Provided by HeatherS

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 cups wheat berries, rinsed
5 1/4 cups water
1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, quartered
3 green onions, finely chopped
1 cucumber, diced
1 cup bocconcini cheese, diced
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tbsp. apple cider vinegar
2 tbsp. Dijon mustard
Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
Handful fresh basil, chopped

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.

BOCCONCINI VEGGIE SALAD



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Categories     Vegetable     Side

Yield 6 people

Number Of Ingredients 11

500 ml (2 cups) baby potatoes, cooked and halved
500 g mini Bocconcini, halved
3 large tomotoes, quartered
2 each of yellow and red peppers, quartered
1 bunch asparagus
1 each green pepper and red onion, quartered
PARMESAN DRESSING
80 ml (1/3 cup) olive oil
15 ml (1 tbsp) Dijon mustard
45 ml (3 tbsp) each lemon juice, minced fresh basil and Parmesan
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat barbeque to medium high. 2. In a large bowl combine olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard and basil. Salt and pepper to taste. 3. Brush a little dressing on tomatoes, peppers, asparagus and onion pieces and grill those until browned and tender, then cut into bite sized peices. 4. Add parmesan, potatoes and Bocconcini to dressing. 5. Add grilled vegetable to mixture in bowl, tossing lightly. 6. Serve immediately.

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the better your salad will taste. This is especially true for the tomatoes, basil, and cheese.
  • Choose a good quality olive oil: Olive oil is a key ingredient in this salad, so it's important to choose a good one. Look for an extra virgin olive oil that is fruity and flavorful.
  • Don't overdress the salad: A little bit of dressing goes a long way. Too much dressing will weigh down the salad and make it soggy.
  • Serve the salad immediately: This salad is best enjoyed immediately after it is made. The tomatoes and basil will wilt if they sit for too long.

Conclusion:

Bocconcini salad is a refreshing, flavorful, and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. With its combination of fresh tomatoes, creamy bocconcini cheese, fragrant basil, and a tangy dressing, this salad is sure to please everyone at your table.

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