Bocconcini Salad

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Bite-size balls of fresh mozzarella, known as bocconcini, make up this great salad. If possible, seek out mozzarella di bufala, made from water buffalo's milk; a specialty of central and southern Italy, it is a softer, creamier mozzarella than that made from cow's milk.

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

Directions

  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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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

449 Calories
36g Fat
6g Carbs
26g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 449
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 36g 46%
Saturated Fat 16g 82%
Cholesterol 90mg 30%
Sodium 875mg 38%
Total Carbohydrate 6g 2%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 26g 52%
Vitamin C 26mg 28%
Calcium 594mg 46%
Iron 1mg 5%
Potassium 277mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.