Best 6 Tomato Mozzarella Salad With Balsamic Reduction Recipes

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In the world of culinary art, simple ingredients can often come together to create extraordinary dishes. One such example is the classic tomato mozzarella salad, a delightful combination of juicy, sun-ripened tomatoes, fresh mozzarella cheese, and fragrant basil leaves. Drizzled with a balsamic reduction, this salad transforms into a symphony of flavors, where the sweetness of the tomatoes meets the tanginess of the balsamic vinegar, creating a perfect balance. If you're seeking a recipe for a refreshing, flavorful, and visually appealing salad, look no further. Here, you will embark on a culinary journey to discover the best recipe for tomato mozzarella salad with balsamic reduction, a dish that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

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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.

CAPRESE SALAD



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups balsamic vinegar
3 ripe tomatoes
12 ounces fresh mozzarella, thickly sliced
Large bunch fresh basil leaves
Olive oil, for drizzling
Large pinch kosher salt
Large pinch freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Measure the balsamic vinegar and pour into a saucepan. Bring it to a gentle boil over a low heat. Cook it until the balsamic vinegar has reduced to a nice thick glaze (but still pourable), about 15 minutes. Oh and one other thing, your house will stink. But it's a good kind of stink, it's a vinegary stink. Allow the reduction to cool to room temperature before you serve it.
  • When you are ready to assemble the salad, cut the tomatoes into thick slices. Arrange them on a platter, alternating them with the mozzarella slices. Tuck the whole basil leaves in between the tomato and cheese slices.
  • Drizzle on the gorgeous, almost black balsamic reduction. Then drizzle olive oil in a thin stream over the top. Finally, sprinkle on salt and pepper.
  • You need this in your life. Make it today my friends.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 248 calorie, Fat 17 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Cholesterol 35 milligrams, Sodium 167 milligrams, Carbohydrate 13 grams, Fiber 0.5 grams, Protein 8 grams, Sugar 11 grams

CAPRESE SALAD WITH BALSAMIC REDUCTION



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Tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil drizzled with a sweet balsamic reduction and olive oil. Easy, impressive and delicious! Most grocery stores now sell prepared balsamic reductions. Surprisingly it's just as good!

Provided by stefychefy

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup balsamic vinegar
¼ cup honey
3 large tomatoes, cut into 1/2-inch slices
1 (16 ounce) package fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/4-inch slices
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ cup fresh basil leaves
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Stir balsamic vinegar and honey together in a small saucepan and place over high heat. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer until the vinegar mixture has reduced to 1/3 cup, about 10 minutes. Set the balsamic reduction aside to cool.
  • Arrange alternate slices of tomato and mozzarella cheese decoratively on a serving platter. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper, spread fresh basil leaves over the salad, and drizzle with olive oil and the balsamic reduction.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 580.1 calories, Carbohydrate 34.8 g, Cholesterol 89.3 mg, Fat 38.8 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 18.2 g, Sodium 330.9 mg, Sugar 32.4 g

TOMATO MOZZARELLA SALAD



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"As soon as our cherry tomatoes start ripening, I pull out this recipe in order to make the most of our crop," details Lynn Merendino of Marysville, Pennsylvania. "This is so easy to fix that I prepare it for all our family get-togethers."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
Pepper to taste
2/3 cup olive oil
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
1-1/2 cups cubed part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup chopped onion
3 tablespoons minced fresh basil

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the vinegar, garlic, salt and pepper. Whisk in oil until well blended. Add remaining ingredients; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon to a serving dish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 308 calories, Fat 30g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 306mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

ROASTED TOMATO AND MOZZARELLA SALAD WITH BALSAMIC REDUCTION



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A divine dinner starter that's fancy enough for guests (it's even one you can make ahead). I thought this one up last night, tried it today and it worked well. It is a stacked caprese salad with a twist.

Provided by januarybride

Categories     European

Time 30m

Yield 2 salads, 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 large tomatoes
1 fresh mozzarella ball (same size as tomato)
1/2 teaspoon Italian spices
olive oil
sea salt
fresh ground pepper
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
1/2 tablespoon roughly chopped fresh basil
2 sprigs fresh basil, for garnsh

Steps:

  • Preheat broiler to high.
  • Slice your tomato into 6 even slices. Place on a cookie sheet (or roll pan). Drizzle tomatoes with small amount of olive oil and lightly dust with Italian spices, salt and pepper.
  • Broil tomatoes for 3-5 minutes (until they are just slightly softened), set aside to cool to room temperature.
  • Bring vinegar to a boil, then decrease heat to medium and simmer for 5-10 minutes until reduced by half. The thickness of the reduced sauce depends on the quality of your balsamic vinegar. Place vinegar in the fridge to cool for 15 minutes.
  • Slice your cheese in similar size slices as the tomatoes.
  • On each plate, stack 3 tomatoes and 3 slices of cheese (alternating one on top of each other). Drizzle balsamic reduction over and around the stacked salad, sprinkle plate (not the salad) with chopped basil and then place one sprig of basil on top of the stacked salad as a garnish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 16.7, Fat 0.2, Sodium 4.6, Carbohydrate 3.6, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 2.4, Protein 0.8

TOMATO MOZZARELLA SALAD WITH BALSAMIC REDUCTION



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A very elegant-looking salad which is sure to impress your guests.

Provided by Jen

Categories     Caprese Salad

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup balsamic vinegar
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 head red leaf lettuce
4 tomatoes, sliced
2 balls of fresh mozzarella, sliced
¼ small red onion, sliced
½ cup fresh raspberries
½ cup sliced black olives
2 teaspoons dried basil
salt and black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Pour balsamic vinegar into a small saucepan, and add the crushed garlic; bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until the vinegar has reduced to 1/4 cup. Set aside, and cool to room temperature.
  • Divide the lettuce leaves among 4 salad plates. Arrange the tomato slices on top of the lettuce, then place the mozzarella on top of the tomatoes. Sprinkle the salads with the red onion, raspberries, and sliced black olives. Season with dried basil, salt, and pepper; drizzle with the olive oil and balsamic vinegar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 489 calories, Carbohydrate 22.3 g, Cholesterol 89.2 mg, Fat 33.5 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 17.5 g, Sodium 358.9 mg, Sugar 16.1 g

Tips for Making Tomato Mozzarella Salad with Balsamic Reduction:

  • Use ripe, flavorful tomatoes. This is the key ingredient in this salad, so make sure you use the best you can find.
  • Fresh mozzarella cheese is best. It has a creamier, milder flavor than other types of mozzarella.
  • Make sure to slice the tomatoes and mozzarella evenly. This will help them cook evenly and look more appealing.
  • Don't skimp on the balsamic reduction. It's what really makes this salad special. You can find balsamic reduction at most grocery stores, or you can make your own by simmering balsamic vinegar until it thickens.
  • Add some fresh basil for extra flavor. Basil and tomatoes are a classic combination, and they really complement each other in this salad.

Conclusion:

Tomato mozzarella salad with balsamic reduction is a simple but delicious salad that's perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences. Whether you like your salad with lots of cheese or just a little, with a lot of balsamic reduction or just a drizzle, this salad is sure to please. So next time you're looking for a light and refreshing salad, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed.

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