Fresh Mozzarella and Tomato Salad

  Lunch

A splash of lemon and hint of refreshing mint brighten up the medley of red tomatoes, creamy mozzarella and ripe avocados in this colorful, sensational salad.

Fresh Mozzarella and Tomato Salad

Average Rating: 4.722222

TOTAL TIME: Prep: 25 min. + chilling
YIELD: 8 servings.

Ingredients

  • 6 plum tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 cartons (8 ounces each) fresh mozzarella cheese pearls, drained
  • 1/3 cup minced fresh basil
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
  • 2 teaspoons minced fresh mint
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 medium ripe avocados, peeled and chopped

Instructions

  • 1. In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, cheese, basil, parsley and mint; set aside.
  • 2. In a small bowl, whisk the lemon juice, oil, salt and pepper. Pour over tomato mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
  • 3. Just before serving, stir in avocados. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts

3/4 cup: 305 calories, 26g fat (10g saturated fat), 45mg cholesterol, 309mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 4g fiber), 11g protein.

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