This Easy Caprese Stuffed Fresh Mozzarella recipe is a new twist on a classic Italian salad. The key ingredients of the beloved caprese salad – tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and herbs – are piled into a large fresh mozzarella ball to make a flavorful and delicious antipasto salad the whole family will love. Plus, it’s easy enough for any day of the week and elegant enough for guests.
This recipe is a breeze to make, but there are a few helpful tips. Be sure the mozzarella and tomatoes are at room temperature, so remove them from the refrigerator one hour before you plan to serve this dish. Once removed from the fridge, drain the fresh mozzarella well and let sit in a strainer over a bowl for 20 minutes. Caprese salad is sometimes finished with a drizzle of balsamic vinegar before serving. Try this trick to add a little acidity for the final tasting touch.
To make the Easy Caprese Stuffed Fresh Mozzarella, you will need the following ingredients:
Drain 2 medium or large fresh mozzarella balls and place them in a strainer over a bowl for about 20 minutes.
Carefully hollow out the mozzarella and chop what you've scooped out.
In a medium bowl, combine chopped mozzarella, 12 chopped cherry tomatoes, ¼ chopped onion, 1 chopped celery stalk, ¾ teaspoon oregano, ¼ teaspoon salt, 4-5 leaves chopped fresh basil, 2-3 tablespoons olive oil, and 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar and gently toss.
Fill the hollowed-out mozzarella balls with the caprese mixture. Serve any extra stuffing caprese mixture on the side.
Serve immediately with the additional drizzle of olive oil and garnished with fresh basil leaves.
This Easy Caprese Stuffed Fresh Mozzarella recipe is a new take on a classic antipasto dish that is packed with flavor and easy to prepare. Give this recipe a go, and don’t forget to tag #cookmerecipes on Instagram!
OMG, this Easy Caprese Stuffed Mozzarella is a total game-changer! I whipped it up for a little picnic and let me tell ya, it blew everyone away! Super simple but fancy enough for my friends to think I’m a pro. Definitely a go-to for summer hangouts!!
Delicious! Reminds me of summer days with my family at the picnic table.
Delicious!
I made this Caprese for my family BBQ, and everyone loved it. The fresh flavors and easy prep were just amazing. A real hit for our summer gatherings!
I tried this Easy Caprese Stuffed Fresh Mozzarella for a family gathering and it was a hit! Everyone loved the fresh taste. My kids usually picky, devoured it. Super simple to make, yet feels fancy. Definitely making it again!
Super easy to whip up! My kids loved it at our last BBQ, big hit with folks. Will def make again.
Wow, simply amazing!
Magnifique! I made this for my husband’s birthday, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the freshness and flavors, especially the balsamic drizzle. It felt like a bite of Italy at our table! ❤️
I recently made the Easy Caprese Stuffed Fresh Mozzarella for a family gathering and it was just superb. The kids loved helping me stuff the mozzarella, and the flavors were amazing. My aunt even asked for the recipe. It's a gem for any occasion.
Superb!
Fantastic cheese appetizer! Thanks for sharing!