Marinated Mozzarella
This easy Marinated Mozzarella is a flavorful no-cook appetizer made with mozzarella cheese, olive oil, herbs, sun-dried tomatoes, and red pepper flakes. The mozzarella cubes soak up the delicious herb-infused marinade for a simple appetizer that tastes amazing. Make this marinated mozzarella ahead of time and serve it for parties, holidays, or an easy snack.
Servings: 10
Calories: 183kcal
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1 tbsp oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley minced
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes crushed
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp chives minced
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1 pound part-skim mozzarella cheese cut into cubes
Instructions
- Add the olive oil, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, parsley, red pepper flakes, dried basil, chives, and garlic powder to a large bowl.
- Stir the ingredients until the marinade is well combined.
- Add the cubed mozzarella to the bowl.
- Gently stir until all the mozzarella pieces are evenly coated with the olive oil and seasonings.
- Cover the bowl and place it in the refrigerator.
- Let the mozzarella marinate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- For the best flavor and texture, allow the marinated mozzarella to come closer to room temperature before serving.
Notes
- You can prepare the marinated mozzarella the night before serving so the flavors have more time to develop.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 183kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 29mg | Sodium: 288mg | Potassium: 71mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 335IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 359mg | Iron: 0.3mg