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!
Fantastic cheese appetizer! Thanks for sharing!
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