Description
Delightful mozzarella cheese balls, perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, drizzled with balsamic for sophistication.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Balsamic vinegar (optional for drizzling)
Instructions
- Combine diced mozzarella, chopped basil, and minced garlic in a bowl.
- Drizzle olive oil over the mixture and season with salt and pepper. Gently mix until well combined.
- Form the mixture into a ball.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use high-quality fresh mozzarella for the best flavor and texture. Consider rolling the cheese ball in chopped nuts or seeds for added crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg