Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of summer with this refreshing Tomato Mozzarella Pesto Salad, combining juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and aromatic pesto for a delightful dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups ripe tomatoes, diced
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls, drained
- 1/2 cup homemade or store-bought pesto
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Sea salt and freshly cracked pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on a clean countertop.
- Dice the tomatoes into bite-sized pieces.
- Drain and pat the mozzarella balls dry.
- In a large bowl, combine diced tomatoes and mozzarella gently; add torn basil leaves.
- Drizzle pesto and olive oil over the mixture; toss lightly until well combined.
- Season with sea salt and pepper to taste before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, experiment by swapping fresh basil with arugula or including roasted bell peppers.
- Customize your pesto by incorporating nuts like pine nuts or walnuts for a unique twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg