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.
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BOCCONCINI SALAD
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
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
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.
ROASTED VEGGIE AND BOCCONCINI SALAD
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
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)
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.
BOCCONCINI VEGGIE SALAD
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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