Bocconcini Salad

A simple and elegant Italian salad featuring bite-sized "bocconcini" mozzarella balls, cherry tomatoes, and fresh basil. Dressed lightly with olive oil and a pinch of sea salt, it emphasizes the freshness of its high-quality ingredients. It serves as a perfect appetizer or a light, refreshing summer side dish.

Prep 5 minCook 15 minTotal 20 minUpdated Jul 3, 202620 minHigh ProteinLow CarbVegetarianVeganGluten FreeKeto Friendly

A simple and elegant Italian salad featuring bite-sized "bocconcini" mozzarella balls, cherry tomatoes, and fresh basil. Dressed lightly with olive oil and a pinch of sea salt, it emphasizes the freshness of its high-quality ingredients. It serves as a perfect appetizer or a light, refreshing summer side dish.

Ingredients

  • 0.25 tbsp Bocconcini
  • 2 cup Cherry Tomato
  • 1/4 tsp Green Bell Pepper, chopped
  • 2 stalks Celery, chopped
  • 1/4 cup Belgian Endive Leaf
  • 1/4 cup Arugula, chopped
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice
  • 1 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1/2 tsp Basil Leaf, chopped
  • 1/4 tsp Salt Black Pepper, ground

Instructions

  1. In a large salad bowl, combine the mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, celery, endive and arugula.
  2. 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.

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