Cherry Tomatoes and Bocconcini salad

Ingredients:

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes

• 1 cup baby bocconcini (mini mozzarella balls)

• 2 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, and baby chard)

• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

• Optional: fresh basil leaves, chopped

Instructions:

• Prepare the Ingredients
  

  • Rinse the cherry tomatoes and mixed greens under cold water. Pat dry with a paper towel

  • Halve the cherry tomatoes and place them in a large salad bowl.
    

  • Drain the baby bocconcini and add them to the bowl with the tomatoes.

• Assemble the Salad
  

  • Add the mixed greens to the bowl with the cherry tomatoes and bocconcini.

  • If using, add chopped fresh basil leaves for an extra burst of flavor.

• Dress the Salad
  

  • Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the salad.  

  • Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

• Toss and Serve
  

  • Gently toss the salad to combine all the ingredients and evenly coat with the dressing.
    

  • Serve immediately as a fresh and light appetizer or side dish.