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Marinated Mozzarella Tomato Salad

A bowl of salad containing spinach leaves, halved cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, and crispy bread pieces, served on a wooden surface.

Made with fresh mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and a variety of herbs and spices, this salad is a tasty addition to any meal. The combination of healthy fats, antioxidants, and vitamins makes it an excellent choice for those looking to improve their overall health and well-being.

Ingredients: 

  • 6 ounces of baby spinach (or one large bag)
  • 1 handful basil leaves, chopped
  • 2 handfuls cherry or grape tomatoes, sliced in half or whole
  • 10-12 mini fresh mozzarella balls, marinated.
  • 4 crackers (high-fiber seeded crackers recommended)
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil (from the marinated mozzarella balls)

Directions:  

  1. Wash spinach and toss into a bowl. Add basil.
  2. Drizzle balsamic vinegar and olive oil over the spinach and basil.
  3. Add two handfuls of tomatoes and 10-12 mozzarella balls.
  4. Break crackers into bite-sized pieces, add on top, and serve.

Serves 2.

 

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About BrightFocus Foundation

BrightFocus Foundation is a premier global nonprofit funder of research to defeat Alzheimer’s, macular degeneration, and glaucoma. Through its flagship research programs — Alzheimer’s Disease Research, Macular Degeneration Research, and National Glaucoma Research— the Foundation has awarded nearly $300 million in groundbreaking research funding over the past 51 years and shares the latest research findings, expert information, and resources to empower the millions impacted by these devastating diseases. Learn more at brightfocus.org.

Disclaimer: The information provided here is a public service of BrightFocus Foundation and is not intended to constitute medical advice. Please consult your physician for personalized medical, dietary, and/or exercise advice. Any medications or supplements should only be taken under medical supervision. BrightFocus Foundation does not endorse any medical products or therapies.

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  • Diet & Nutrition
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  • Nutrition

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