Cherry Mozzarella Salad - a simple yet irresistible dish that combines the freshness of ripe cherry tomatoes with the creamy goodness of mozzarella.
Cherry Mozzarella Salad
| Prep Time | 20 mins |
| Cooking Time | 15 mins |
| Total Time | 35 mins |
| Yield Size | 2-4 servings |
WHAT YOU'LL NEED
|
Ingredients |
Quantity |
UOM |
|
Fusilli |
2 |
cups |
|
Arugulla or greens of choice |
75 |
g |
|
Cherry tomatoes, cut in half |
50 |
g |
|
Red onion, thinly sliced |
1/4 |
cup |
|
Basil leaves |
10 |
g |
|
Chicken or protein of choice |
1/4 |
cup |
|
Delizie Vesuviane Fresh Cow's Milk Mozzarella |
1 |
pack |
|
For the dressing |
|
|
|
Extra virgin olive oil |
2 |
tbsp |
|
Balsamic vinegar |
1 |
tbsp |
|
Salt and pepper to taste |
STEPS:
To make the dressing:
- In a small mixing bowl add in the olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Season with salt and pepper. Whisk until olive oil and balsamic vinegar is emulsified.
To make the salad:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large mixing bowl, add in the pasta, arugulla, cherry tomatoes, onions, basil leaves, chicken, and mozzarella balls.
- Pour in the dressing and toss everything together until the salad is coated with the dressing. Adjust with salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve or for the best results, cover and refrigerate at least 30 minutes.
