Mediterranean Mozzarella Salad
Prep
20 mins
Cook
0 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
This is my go to salad whenever I want something fresh and satisfying without spending hours in the kitchen. It comes together in just twenty minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or last minute entertaining. The beauty of this Mediterranean combination is how the creamy mozzarella balances all the bright, tangy flavors from the tomatoes, olives, and vinegar. Plus, those kalamata olives are packed with antioxidants that are genuinely good for your heart, so you can feel great about what you're eating. Honestly, this salad costs almost nothing to make and tastes like something you'd pay a fortune for at a fancy restaurant.
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Ingredients
- 400mozzarella cheese
- 800 gcherry tomatoes
- 300 gcucumber
- 200 gred onion
- 250 gkalamata olives
- 300 gartichoke hearts
- 100 gfresh parsley
- 400 mlextra virgin olive oil(for dressing)
- 150 mlred wine vinegar(for dressing)
- 10 gsalt(to taste)
- 5 gblack pepper(to taste)
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Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, combine the mozzarella cheese, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, Kalamata olives, and artichoke hearts.
Tip: Chop the vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Tip: Adjust the seasoning to taste.
- 3
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
Tip: Garnish with fresh parsley for added flavor and color.
- 4
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Tip: Serve chilled or at room temperature.
- 5
Just before serving, sprinkle with additional parsley and olives if desired.
- 6
Serve immediately and enjoy!
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