How to Make Bocconcini Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

Bocconcini salad is a delicious and refreshing appetizer that is perfect for a light, summer meal. This traditional Italian dish features soft and creamy bocconcini cheese, which is similar to mozzarella but smaller in size. Combined with fresh tomatoes, basil, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze, this salad is bursting with flavor and is sure to be a hit at any gathering.

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound bocconcini (bite-size mozzarella balls)
  • 8 cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ½ cup chopped green bell pepper
  • ½ cup chopped celery
  • ½ cup Belgian endive leaves
  • ½ cup coarsely chopped arugula, stems included
  • 1 ½ tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

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

    449 cal.

    • Total Fat: 36g
    • Saturated Fat: 16g
    • Cholesterol: 90mg
    • Sodium: 875mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 6g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 26g
    • Vitamin C: 26mg
    • Calcium: 594mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 277mg