Salad with beans and mozzarella
2 servings
35 minutes
Bean and mozzarella salad is an elegant and refreshing dish of Italian cuisine that harmoniously combines the tenderness of mozzarella, the crunchy texture of green beans, and vibrant cherry tomatoes. Its roots trace back to Mediterranean dietary traditions that use simple yet quality ingredients. The dressing made from garlic, wine, and lemon juice adds subtle spicy and sweet-sour notes to the salad, while fresh basil contributes aromatic freshness. It's an ideal option for a light dinner or as part of a festive table. This salad not only delights with its taste but is also rich in nutrients, making it a great choice for those who watch their health.
1
Boil the beans in salted water for 15 minutes, drain in a colander, and let the water drain. Cut the tomatoes into wedges, the onion into half rings, the cheese into small thin slices, and the olives in halves.
- Green beans: 200 g
- Cherry tomatoes: 100 g
- Red onion: 25 g
- Mozzarella cheese: 50 g
- Pitted olives: to taste
2
Heat oil in a pan, sauté crushed garlic with salt, and cool. Add wine, lemon juice, sugar, salt, and pepper to the sauce.
- Vegetable oil: 2 tablespoons
- Garlic: 1 clove
- Dry white wine: 1 tablespoon
- Lemon juice: 2 tablespoons
- Sugar: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
3
Mix the prepared salad ingredients and drizzle with sauce. Before serving, sprinkle the salad with chopped basil.
- Basil: 100 g