Best Flavorful Marinated Mozzarella Recipes

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MARINATED MOZZARELLA



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I always come home with an empty container when I bring this dish to a party. It can be made ahead to free up time later. I serve it with pretty frilled toothpicks for a festive look. -Peggy Cairo, Kenosha, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/3 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon minced chives
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 pound cubed part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine first 7 ingredients; add cheese cubes. Stir to coat. Cover; refrigerate at least 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 203 calories, Fat 16g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 242mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (trace sugars, Fiber trace fiber), Protein 12g protein.

FLAVORFUL MARINATED MOZZARELLA



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This make-ahead appetizer picks up wonderful flavor from the vinegar and spices. I've made it with fat-free mozzarella, and it still tasted just as good.-Rita Reinke, Wauwatosa, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 1/4 pound.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup (4 ounces) 1/2-inch cubed part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/3 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons diced green pepper
2 tablespoons diced sweet red pepper
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
3/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
3/4 teaspoon whole peppercorns
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Prick mozzarella cubes with a fork; place in a glass bowl. In a small saucepan, combine the remaining ingredients. Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes or until heated through, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat; let cool to room temperature. , Pour over cheese. Stir gently to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 24 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 516 calories, Fat 47g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 349mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

MARINATED MOZZARELLA



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Aromatic herbs and a pinch of spicy red-pepper flakes enliven the subtle, creamy flavor of fresh mozzarella.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Lunch Recipes

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound fresh mozzarella, cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon fresh thyme
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh rosemary
1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano
1/4 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
Olives, crackers, bread, and sliced cured meats (such as salami Toscana), for serving

Steps:

  • Combine oil, herbs, red-pepper flakes, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Drizzle over mozzarella. Let stand for at least 20 minutes (or up to 1 hour). Serve with olives, crackers, bread, and cured meats.

MARINATED MOZZARELLA



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Provided by Food Network

Time 1h15m

Yield Serves 6-8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2lb fresh mozzarella, sliced
4 cloves of garlic, sliced thin
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, crushed
1 teaspoon fresh oregano, chopped
Salt
Black pepper
Extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • In a shallow dish, fan mozzarella. Scatter sliced garlic around on mozzarella. Do the same with the red pepper flakes and the oregano. Sprinkle salt to taste and ground pepper over and around to taste. Drizzle olive oil over mozzarella. Let dish rest for one hour at room temperature for best flavor.

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