Marinated Mozzarella

Ingredients

• 250 g Mozzarella balls (Drained weight)
• Extra-virgin olive oil (A drizzle; approximate amount to taste)
• 1 tsp Dried oregano
• 1 tsp Dried thyme
• 1 tsp Sweet paprika
• 1 Garlic (Pressed)
• 0.5 Lemon zest (Without the white pith)
• Lemon juice (A drizzle)
• 1 tsp Fresh parsley (Chopped)
• 0.5 tsp Fresh rosemary (Chopped)
• Black pepper (To taste)
• Salt (To taste)

Steps

1. 1

   Drain the mozzarella balls well and place them in an airtight container, food storage container, or clean jar.

2. 2

   Drizzle the extra-virgin olive oil over the mozzarella.

3. 3

   Add the oregano, thyme, and sweet paprika.

4. 4

   Add the pressed garlic, the zest of half a lemon—without the white pith—and a drizzle of lemon juice.

5. 5

   Add the chopped fresh parsley, chopped rosemary, and a pinch of black pepper.

6. 6

   Season with salt to taste, keeping in mind that the mozzarella may already contain some salt.

7. 7

   Close the container and shake it carefully until the oil, herbs, and seasonings coat the mozzarella balls evenly.

8. 8

   Refrigerate and let rest for at least 30 to 60 minutes so the flavors can infuse. For a more intense flavor, let them rest overnight.

Notes

Serve chilled as an appetizer. Resting overnight intensifies the flavor. The publication suggests that a touch of heat can be added, although it does not specify an amount or a particular ingredient.

Nutrition per serving

• appetizer
• vegetarian
• gluten-free
• no-cook
• fresh
• Mediterranean
• easy
• for sharing