Marinated Mozzarella, Tomato and Basil Salad

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Marinated Mozzarella, Tomato and Basil Salad
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Health Score:
75 / 100
Difficulty:
easy
Difficulty
Preparation:
10 min.
Preparation
ready in 20 min.
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Calories:
533
calories
Calories

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Nutritional values

This Italian-inspired dish is filled with protein and calcium from the mozzarella, while the tomatos and basil add valuable vitamins and minerals like potassium and vitamin A.

As olive oil plays a big role in flavoring this dish, ensure you're using the highest quality possible, preferably extra virgin.

1 serving contains
(Percentage of daily recommendation)
Calorie533 cal.(25 %)
Protein26 g(27 %)
Fat34 g(29 %)
Carbohydrates30 g(20 %)
Sugar added0 g(0 %)
Roughage5.4 g(18 %)
Vitamin A0.5 mg(63 %)
Vitamin D0 μg(0 %)
Vitamin E4.3 mg(36 %)
Vitamin K14 μg(23 %)
Vitamin B₁0.2 mg(20 %)
Vitamin B₂0.5 mg(45 %)
Niacin7.3 mg(61 %)
Vitamin B₆0.3 mg(21 %)
Folate81 μg(27 %)
Pantothenic acid0.5 mg(8 %)
Biotin6.6 μg(15 %)
Vitamin B₁₂1.6 μg(53 %)
Vitamin C33 mg(35 %)
Potassium556 mg(14 %)
Calcium506 mg(51 %)
Magnesium52 mg(17 %)
Iron1.8 mg(12 %)
Iodine184 μg(92 %)
Zinc4 mg(50 %)
Saturated fatty acids18.4 g
Uric acid19 mg
Cholesterol78 mg
Complete sugar5 g

Ingredients

for
6
Ingredients
3 Tbsps olive oil
3 cups italian Bread (cut into 1-inch cubes)
1 tsp kosher salt
4 cups ripe Cherry tomatoes (halved)
1 cup fresh Basil (roughly chopped)
3 cups fresh, baby Bocconcini
freshly ground Black pepper (to taste)
¼ cup favorite Vinaigrette
How healthy are the main ingredients?
Basilolive oilsalt

Preparation steps

1.
Heat oil in a large sauté pan. Add the bread and salt; cook over low to medium heat, tossing frequently, for 8-10 minutes, or until bread cubes are golden brown.
2.
In a large bowl, mix the tomatoes, basil leaves, and mozzarella balls. Add the bread cubes and drizzle with vinaigrette, and toss. Season with salt and pepper. Serve.

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