With its delicate, milky flavor and soft, pillowy texture, fresh mozzarella cheese is a true culinary delight. When paired with ripe, juicy tomatoes, it creates a combination that is both simple and exquisite. Whether you're looking for a light and refreshing appetizer, a savory main course, or a satisfying snack, there are countless ways to enjoy this classic duo. From classic Caprese salads to grilled sandwiches and pizzas, the possibilities are endless. Let's explore some of the best recipes to create mouthwatering dishes using fresh mozzarella and tomato.
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FRESH MOZZARELLA AND TOMATO
Looking for a quick appetizer idea? Then check out this cheese and fresh tomatoes recipe that requires no cooking at all and is ready in just 30 minutes!
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Appetizer
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- On round plate, arrange tomato and cheese slices alternately. Drizzle oil and vinegar over tomatoes and cheese. Sprinkle with basil and pepper.
- Let stand at room temperature 20 minutes to blend flavors. Cover and refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Carbohydrate 8 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 310 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g
TOMATO AND FRESH MOZZARELLA PASTA SALAD
Turn a classic caprese salad into a filling meal with fusilli and a white wine vinaigrette.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 45m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, shallot, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl.
- Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool; add to the bowl with the dressing.
- Add the tomatoes, mozzarella and basil to the bowl and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. The pasta salad is best if served right away.
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FRESH MOZZARELLA AND TOMATO SALAD
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
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.
ROASTED TOMATO, AVOCADO, AND FRESH MOZZARELLA CROSTINI
Roasted tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and avocado are layered on toasted bread in this quick and easy crostini recipe everyone loves.
Provided by Julie Hubert
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Canapes and Crostini Recipes
Time 59m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Arrange tomato slices on the baking sheet and top with about 3 tablespoons olive oil, sea salt, and pepper.
- Roast in the preheated oven until tomatoes are wilted, wrinkly, and scorched in some places, 25 to 30 minutes. Set aside to cool.
- Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Place bread slices in the skillet and cook until crisp and golden in parts, 2 to 3 minutes per side.
- Remove bread from skillet and rub garlic onto each slice; sprinkle sea salt over bread.
- Layer mozzarella cheese on the toasted bread and top with avocado slices. Sprinkle sea salt over avocado and squeeze lemon over it. Top with roasted tomatoes and dill. Drizzle remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil over crostini and sprinkle with flaked salt.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 278.3 calories, Carbohydrate 14.3 g, Cholesterol 29.9 mg, Fat 21.5 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 7.7 g, Sodium 253.6 mg, Sugar 2.2 g
FRESH MOZZARELLA, TOMATO, AND BASIL COUSCOUS SALAD
A lovely light salad from Cooking Light! You're used to seeing the cheese/tomato/basil combination, but have you had it with couscous before? Delicious! Prep time includes marinating.
Provided by Julesong
Categories Cheese
Time 45m
Yield 5 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large bowl combine the tomato, mozzarella, shallots, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and garlic, toss well then refrigerate, covered, to marinate for 30 minutes.
- In a saucepan bring the water to a boil and gradually stir in the couscous; remove from the stove, cover, and set aside for 5 minutes.
- With a fork, fluff the couscous then let cool.
- Add the cooled couscous and chopped basil to the tomato mixture in the bowl and toss.
- Garnish with whole basil leaves and serve.
- Note: part-skim mozzarella cheese can be substituted.
FRESH TOMATO AND MOZZARELLA ON TOAST
I really love simple fresh meals. The combination of flavors in this dish is so delicious! Its so yummy and so easy to do you'll want to make it all the time! Its great as a meal, snack or side dish.
Provided by Jenna
Categories Cheese
Time 20m
Yield 6-8 pieces, 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- To prepare, slice tomatoes and french bread.
- Toast the slices of french bread in the toaster.
- Place the toasted french bread pieces on aluminum foil or baking pan.
- Put one layer of tomato slices on each piece of french bread (usually 1 1/2 to 2 tomato slices for each piece of toast).
- Sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top of each piece.
- Bake in toaster oven until cheese is melted.
- Take out of oven and drizzle a small amount of olive oil and balsamic vinegar on top.
- Sprinkle Italian seasoning and salt and pepper to taste, on top.
- Enjoy!
FRESH MOZZARELLA, TOMATO, AND BASIL COUSCOUS SALAD
Steps:
- Combine first 7 ingredients in a large bowl; cover and marinate in refrigerator 30 minutes. Bring water to a boil in a medium saucepan; gradually stir in couscous. Remove from heat; cover and let stand 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork; cool. Add couscous and fresh basil to tomato mixture; toss gently. Garnish with basil leaves, if desired.
FRESH MOZZARELLA, TOMATO AND OLIVE PIZZA POCKETS
The traditional reason for wrapping ingredients in pastry - be it Cornish pasties, Jamaican meat patties or even pizza pockets and knishes - is to make an edible container that facilitates transport and obviates the need for niceties like forks and plates. These pizza pockets couldn't be easier to make, and they are delicious whether eaten with a knife and fork or your fingers.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories dinner, lunch, pizza and calzones, main course
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oven to 425 degrees. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients except dough.
- Divide dough into four equal pieces; roll each piece into a ball. On a lightly floured surface, roll one ball into a 7-inch round. Mound 1/4 of the filling on half the dough. Fold other dough half over the filling and pinch edges together to seal. Transfer pocket to prepared baking sheet. Repeat with remaining dough and filling.
- With a sharp knife, cut several slits in top of each pastry. Bake pockets until golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes. Let cool 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 493, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 62 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 23 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 1211 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams
FRESH MOZZARELLA AND STACKED HEIRLOOM TOMATO SALAD WITH GREEN CHILE-CILANTRO OIL AND CHIPOTLE VINEGAR
Steps:
- Place a tomato slice on each of 4 plates. Season with salt and pepper. Top with a slice of cheese and repeat to make 3 layers, like a Napoleon with 3 tomato slices and 2 slices of cheese. Drizzle with the Green Chile-Cilantro Oil and Chipotle Vinegar and serve.;
- Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend for 5 minutes.
- Blend all ingredients in a blender until smooth.
FRESH MOZZARELLA AND TOMATO SALAD
This Italian classic showcases the colors of Italy with red tomatoes, green basil sprigs and white mozzarella cheese.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 3h10m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place tomatoes in glass or plastic dish.
- Shake remaining ingredients except cheese and salad greens in tightly covered container. Pour over tomatoes.
- Cover and refrigerate, turning occasionally, at least 3 hours to blend flavors. Layer tomatoes alternately with cheese on salad greens.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 150, Carbohydrate 4 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 190 mg
PENNE PASTA WITH FRESH ARUGULA, TOMATO AND MOZZARELLA
Contributed by: Judy Constant Success depends on fresh tomatoes and arugula and basil. And don't even think about using anything but the freshest mozzarella. You don't need much, so go ahead and splurge on the good stuff.
Provided by Cindy McLaughlin
Categories Pasta
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. Cook the pasta. Drain. Set aside
- 2. Put the tomatoes, arugula, basil, mozzarella, olive oil, salt and red pepper in a large bowl.
- 3. When the pasta is ready toss it with tomato mixture and serve.
Tips:
- Choose ripe, flavorful tomatoes. Vine-ripened tomatoes are the best choice, but any type of ripe tomato will work.
- Use fresh mozzarella cheese. Fresh mozzarella has a much better flavor and texture than pre-packaged mozzarella.
- Slice the mozzarella cheese thinly. This will help it melt evenly.
- Add a variety of toppings. Some popular options include basil, oregano, garlic, and salt and pepper.
- Bake the mozzarella and tomato slices until they are melted and bubbly. This will take about 10-15 minutes.
- Serve immediately. Mozzarella and tomato slices are best enjoyed fresh out of the oven.
Conclusion:
Mozzarella and tomato slices are a simple but delicious dish that is perfect for any occasion. They can be served as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. With just a few ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that is sure to impress your friends and family.
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