Creamy Mozzarella Bite Salad with Balsamic Glaze
A Refreshing Mini Mozzarella Ball Salad Recipe for a Quick Bite
Craft a delightful salad using creamy and chewy mini mozzarella balls. These bite-sized cheese spheres are not only adorable but also perfect for enjoying in a single mouthful. This recipe combines fresh vegetables, sweet cherry tomatoes, and savory mozzarella for a simple yet elegant dish. Let’s create this wonderful mini mozzarella ball salad together!
Ingredients- Mini fresh mozzarella balls (Bocconcini) 6 pieces
- Grape tomatoes 12 pieces
- Cucumber, thinly sliced 6 slices
- Romaine lettuce 5 leaves
- Balsamic glaze, for drizzling
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Begin by preparing your fresh ingredients. Gently wash the grape tomatoes and remove their stems. Thinly slice the cucumber into rounds. If you have fresh basil leaves, they can add a lovely aromatic touch. Thoroughly wash the romaine lettuce and ensure all excess water is removed to prevent the salad from becoming soggy.
Step 2
Finely shred the romaine lettuce. Shredding it thinly will allow it to be easily mixed with other ingredients or served as a light bed for the salad.
Step 3
Here are the star ingredients: mini fresh mozzarella balls. Typically, they come in packs of three, and we’ll be using a total of six. If your mozzarella is frozen, thaw it gradually in the refrigerator or by placing the sealed package in cold water. These thawing methods help preserve the cheese’s fresh texture.
Step 4
Now, get your skewers ready. Using skewers makes this salad easy to eat and presents beautifully.
Step 5
Thread the ingredients onto the skewers in the following order: grape tomato, cucumber slice, mini mozzarella ball, and then another grape tomato. This layering creates a visually appealing and balanced bite.
Step 6
Arrange the shredded romaine lettuce attractively on your serving plate. This will form a fresh green base for your skewers.
Step 7
Carefully place the assembled skewers on top of the bed of shredded lettuce. It will look like a vibrant little bouquet.
Step 8
Prepare the balsamic glaze for the finishing touch. Balsamic glaze is made by reducing balsamic vinegar until it reaches a thick, syrupy consistency, offering a richer and sweeter flavor than regular balsamic vinegar. You can use a store-bought version or make your own by simmering balsamic vinegar over low heat.
Step 9
Drizzle the balsamic glaze over the salad in a decorative pattern, such as zigzags. Adjust the amount to your taste, as it adds a delightful tangy sweetness.
Step 10
Your delicious and refreshing mini mozzarella ball salad is now complete! It’s a perfect light meal or an elegant appetizer.
