MARINATED MOZZARELLA BALLS

These MARINATED MOZZARELLA BALLS are a simple appetizer and great for charcuterie boards. Mozzarella balls in olive oil with garlic, basil, parsley and oregano.

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We are all about easy appetizer ideas here. Well, easy recipes in general but especially appetizers. When hosting a party or holiday feast it is important to keep things as simple as possible so that you can enjoy the festivities as well.

Marinated Mozzarella is one of those appetizers that can be prepared in 10 minutes or less. A fresh and elegant appetizer that everyone will love.

Recipe Tips:

• Feel free to add more herbs and garlic if preferred.
• Omit the red peppers if preferred or a pinch of dried chili flakes work just as well.
• Use a high quality olive oil for best results.
• Sun dried tomatoes or roasted red peppers in oil make a great addition to add some color and flavor.

More Easy Appetizer Recipes:

Prosciutto Wrapped Peaches – Olive Oil Bread Dip – Antipasto Skewers

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MARINATED MOZZARELLA BALLS

Yield: 6

Prep Time: 10 minutes

These MARINATED MOZZARELLA BALLS are a simple appetizer and great for charcuterie boards. Mozzarella balls in olive oil with garlic, basil, parsley and oregano.

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Ingredients

• 16 ounces mini mozzarella balls
• ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
• 4 -5 fresh basil leaves
• 2 garlic gloves
• 1 red chili pepper - sliced thin (option)
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 1 cup olive oil
• Salt/Pepper - to taste

Instructions

1. Finely chop parsley and basil.
2. Cut pepper into slices, grate garlic on a fine grater.
3. Combine all green ingredients, red chili pepper, garlic, oregano, salt and pepper in a medium bowl. Add the olive oil then stir to combine ingredients.
4. Add mozzarella balls to a large bowl and pour over the oil mixture.
5. Gently toss to coat mozzarella.
6. Place the marinated mozzarella balls in a jar, seal, and refrigerate for a few hours to allow the flavors to blend (optional). Remove form refrigerator 30 minutes before serving to allow oil to thin.

Notes

Add more olive oil if needed. Olive oil should cover half of the mozzarella balls in the jar.

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Nutrition Information

Yield 6 Serving Size 1
Amount Per Serving Calories 552Total Fat 53gSaturated Fat 15gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 36gCholesterol 60mgSodium 574mgCarbohydrates 3gFiber 0gSugar 1gProtein 17g

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