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Tomato Mozarella Salad

For a quick low carb lunch that maximizes all those colorful, heritage tomatoes that are only available during the summer, look no further than this Mediterranean style salad.
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Lunch, Salad, Snack
Cuisine: QUICK AND EASY, SIDE DISHES, SNACKS
Keyword: Keto, Low Carb, paleo
Servings: 6 people

Ingredients

Balsamic Dressing

  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt to taste
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper to taste

Tomato Mozzarella Salad

  • 4 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 8 ounces mozzarella balls fresh
  • ¼ cup sliced, fresh basil
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest

Instructions

  • In a small mixing bowl whisk the ingredients for the balsamic vinaigrette and set aside.
  • In a separate bowl add the cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls and basil. Mix with the balsamic dressing. Taste and season for salt as needed.

Notes

When storing the salad, the mozzarella balls will brown from the dressing.  While I don't mind this when making a batch for myself to eat at home, its a good idea to keep the dressing separate and add it to the salad right before you serve for more formal occasions.