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Marinated Mozzarella & Tomato Appetizers

7 reviews
Test Kitchen Approved
Total Time

Prep: 15 min + marinating Bake: 5 min.

Makes

16 servings

Updated: Jul. 17, 2023
Inspired by a dish I had at a restaurant, this simply sensational combination should marinate for at least three hours—the longer the better. —Mary Ann Lee, Clifton Park, New York
Marinated Mozzarella & Tomato Appetizers
Marinated Mozzarella & Tomato Appetizers Recipe photo by Taste of Home
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Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup Italian salad dressing
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh basil
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh chives
  • 1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
  • 2 cartons (8 ounces each) miniature fresh mozzarella cheese balls, drained
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes
  • 12 slices French bread baguette (1/2 inch thick), cut into quarters
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 450°. Combine salad dressing, basil, chives and pepper. Add cheese and tomatoes; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, at least 3 hours to let flavors blend.
  2. Meanwhile, toss baguette pieces with oil and salt; arrange on a baking sheet. Bake until toasted, 4-5 minutes. Cool completely. Just before serving, add toasted bread to cheese mixture; toss to combine. If desired, thread tomatoes, cheese and bread pieces on skewers for serving.

Nutrition Facts

1/4 cup: 119 calories, 8g fat (4g saturated fat), 22mg cholesterol, 171mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 6g protein.