Italian Salad with Mozzarella, Tomato, and Basil

Name: Italian Salad with Mozzarella, Tomato, and Basil
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: Dutch
Ingredients: 60 g mozzarella (buffalo, goat, or sheep variety); 80 g cherry tomatoes, halved; A handful of fresh basil leaves; 1 tsp olive oil; ½ tsp balsamic vinegar or lemon juice; Pepper, salt

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MozzarellaCold1 servings10 minutes±230 kcal

Ingredients

—60 g mozzarella (buffalo, goat, or sheep variety)
—80 g cherry tomatoes, halved
—A handful of fresh basil leaves
—1 tsp olive oil
—½ tsp balsamic vinegar or lemon juice
—Pepper, salt

Instructions

Cut or tear the mozzarella into pieces.
Arrange the tomato, mozzarella, and basil on a plate.
Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
Season with pepper and salt to taste.

Serving Tip

Delicious as a light lunch or side dish with fish or vegetables. Serve on a white plate with the ingredients loosely arranged. Garnish with an extra basil leaf and a few drops of olive oil just before serving.

Storage Tip

Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 1 day. Add oil and vinegar just before eating for the best flavor.

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LAST_UPDATE: 2/18/2026