Best 9 Marinated Mozzarella Tossed Salad Recipes

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Marinated mozzarella tossed salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of juicy mozzarella, crisp vegetables, and a tangy marinade creates a salad that is both satisfying and delicious. With so many variations on this classic recipe, there's sure to be a marinated mozzarella tossed salad that everyone will enjoy.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

MARINATED MOZZARELLA TOMATO SALAD



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The most delicious summer salad! This marinated mozzarella tomato salad is quite possibly the best summer salad I've ever eaten! Loaded with garlic and herb marinated mozzarella, ripe summer tomatoes, fresh basil, and a healthy drizzle of balsamic glaze!

Provided by Marzia

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h10m

Number Of Ingredients 9

⅓ cup basil, chopped or torn
½ cup extra virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons lemon juice
2 small cloves garlic (or 1 large), grated
¾ teaspoon Maldon salt
¼ - ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 (8-ounce) pearl mozzarella (small ball sized)
1 ½ pounds cherry tomatoes (or quartered plum tomatoes)
Prepared balsamic glaze (store-bought or homemade, see notes)

Steps:

  • MARINATE: Combine the olive oil, lemon juice, grated garlic, salt, red pepper flakes in a bowl and stir until mixed. Add 1 -2 torn basil leaves to the mix along with the mozzarella. Cover and allow to sit at room temperature for at least 1 hour and if possible, cover and refrigerate for 24-36 hours.
  • TOMATOES: An hour before serving, add the tomatoes to a medium bowl. Remove the mozzarella from the marinade and add to the tomatoes (don't toss out the oil!) Add the torn basil leaves, along with another big pinch of Malden salt and drizzle roughly 2 tablespoons of the oil on top and toss to combine. Allow the salad to marinate for 1 hour before serving. Taste and adjust with additional marinade oil or salt if the salad needs it before serving. Drizzle with homemade balsamic glaze and serve!

BALSAMIC MARINATED TOMATO AND MOZZARELLA SALAD



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A perfectly simple salad marinated in a combination of olive oil and balsamic vinegar and kicked up with onion, garlic and basil. The longer it sits, the better it gets. Also great served over pasta.

Provided by Marie

Categories     Cheese

Time 10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
black pepper
1 clove minced garlic
3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
1/4 cup onion, chopped
1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese, cubes
1 pint grape tomatoes or 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved

Steps:

  • Mix together first five ingredients for dressing and toss in cheese and tomatoes.
  • Chill until ready to serve.

TOMATO AND FRESH MOZZARELLA PASTA SALAD



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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

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 small shallot, minced
8 ounces dried fusilli
2 cups halved grape tomatoes
2 cups diced fresh mozzarella
1 cup torn fresh basil leaves

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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MARINATED MOZZARELLA TOSSED SALAD



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Pam Bremson of Kansas City, Missouri shares her extra special salad made with mozzarella cheese, grape tomatoes and a flavorful homemade dressing from olive oil, balsamic vinegar and apricot nectar.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons apricot nectar
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon each dried basil, oregano and thyme
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 ounces part-skim mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
6 cups torn romaine
1 cup grape tomatoes, halved

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk the vinegar, apricot nectar, garlic, salt, basil, oregano, thyme and pepper. Slowly whisk in the oil. Add cheese cubes and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour., Just before serving, toss the romaine, tomatoes and cheese mixture in a large salad bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 113 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 206mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MARINATED MOZZARELLA



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I always come home with an empty container when I bring this dish to a party. It can be made ahead to free up time later. I serve it with pretty frilled toothpicks for a festive look. -Peggy Cairo, Kenosha, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/3 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon minced chives
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 pound cubed part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine first 7 ingredients; add cheese cubes. Stir to coat. Cover; refrigerate at least 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 203 calories, Fat 16g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 242mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (trace sugars, Fiber trace fiber), Protein 12g protein.

MARINATED MOZZARELLA, OLIVES AND CHERRY TOMATOES



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This simple dish of marinated cherry tomatoes, olives and mozzarella is best, of course, when cherry tomatoes are in season. That it gets better as it sits is a boon: Bring it to potlucks or picnics, or simply let it sit in your refrigerator, a satisfying lunch at home. A generous handful of basil leaves, sprinkled atop just before serving, gives everything a bright, herbal finish. You'll want to make this all summer long.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories     dinner, easy, lunch, salads and dressings, appetizer, side dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound cherry or grape tomatoes, a mixture of colors, halved
Salt and black pepper
3/4 cup olives, such as Moroccan or niçoise
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 garlic clove, smashed to a paste
Pinch of dried oregano
Pinch of red-pepper flakes
1 pound fresh mozzarella, cut into ¼-inch slices
Basil leaves, for garnish

Steps:

  • Put cherry tomatoes in a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Add the olives and toss.
  • In a small bowl, stir together olive oil, vinegar, garlic, oregano and red-pepper flakes. Pour mixture over tomatoes and olives. Toss well to coat and let sit for at least 10 minutes and up to an hour.
  • When ready to eat, arrange mozzarella in the center of a large platter (or arrange on individual plates). Spoon tomato and olive mixture over mozzarella. Garnish with lots of basil leaves.

OWEN'S MOZZARELLA AND TOMATO SALAD



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A delicious salad for cheese lovers. It is also quick and easy to throw together.

Provided by Dell

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 large tomatoes
4 tablespoons olive oil
ground black pepper to taste
10 ounces mozzarella cheese, thickly sliced
8 leaves fresh basil, torn into strips

Steps:

  • Chop tomatoes in half, then slice finely; arrange on four plates. Trickle a tablespoon of olive oil over each serving, and sprinkle with black pepper. Lay slices of cheese over tomatoes, and strips of basil over cheese. Cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 332.4 calories, Carbohydrate 9.1 g, Cholesterol 45.4 mg, Fat 25.2 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 18.8 g, SaturatedFat 9.1 g, Sodium 448.1 mg, Sugar 5.6 g

MARINATED FIG & MOZZARELLA SALAD



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This sourish marinade works really well with sweet figs and creamy mozarella - serve as a main or appetizer.

Provided by English_Rose

Categories     Cheese

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 figs, stalks trimmed
4 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
1 lemon, finely grated zest and juice
1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
1 tablespoon mint leaf, chopped
10 ounces mozzarella cheese
2 ounces salad leaves
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Cut each fig lengthways into four wedges. Make a marinade by whisking the vinegar, oil and lemon juice with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Stand the fig wedges up in the middle of a large shallow serving dish, keeping them close together.
  • Scatter the lemon zest and thyme on top, then drizzle with the marinade. Leave to stand at room temperature for 30 minutes.
  • Roughly chop the mint. Drain and slice the mozzarella, toss with half the mint and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • To serve, arrange the mozzarella and mint mixture round the figs, scatter with lightly torn rocket leaves and the remaining mint, and drizzle with a little olive oil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 352.6, Fat 23, SaturatedFat 10.3, Cholesterol 56, Sodium 446.5, Carbohydrate 23.8, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 17, Protein 16.8

FRESH MOZZARELLA PASTA SALAD



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A take on a traditional Caprese, but modified into a light summer pasta salad that goes great with anything off the grill, or just on its own. When I eat it on its own, I sometimes add about a cup of any chunked, cold sausage (I suggest pepperoni or a lighter summer sausage). Any pasta is fine, but I like the orzo's size.

Provided by Meghan

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Italian Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
1 ½ cups cubed fresh mozzarella cheese
2 fresh plum tomatoes, seeded and cut into bite-size pieces
¼ cup chopped fresh basil
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
salt to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil, or as needed

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Stir in the orzo, and return to a boil. Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until cooked through, but still firm to the bite, about 10 minutes. Drain well, and let cool.
  • Mix the mozzarella cheese cubes, tomatoes, basil, crushed red pepper flakes, and salt with olive oil in a salad bowl. Gently mix in the orzo pasta, and toss lightly to coat the ingredients with oil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370 calories, Carbohydrate 42.5 g, Cholesterol 35.4 mg, Fat 14.4 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 69 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality, fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
  • Marinate the mozzarella cheese for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Use a variety of greens and vegetables in your salad for a colorful and nutritious dish.
  • Add a flavorful dressing to your salad to enhance the flavors of the ingredients.
  • Serve the salad immediately after assembling to enjoy the fresh flavors.

Conclusion:

Marinated mozzarella tossed salad is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its vibrant colors, variety of textures, and tangy flavors, this salad is sure to please everyone at your table. Whether you are looking for a light lunch, a healthy dinner, or a side dish to complement your main course, this salad is a great choice. Experiment with different marinades, greens, and vegetables to create your own unique and delicious version of this classic salad.

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