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Marinated Mozzarella Balls (Bocconcini)
Marinated Mozzarella Balls (Bocconcini) are a simple and delicious appetiser. Easy to make and fun to add a bit of variety to a traditional cheese platter. Perfect for holidays or as a gift.
Course
Appetizer
Cuisine
American
Keyword
appetizer, cheese
Prep Time
10
minutes
minutes
Marinating time
1
hour
hour
Total Time
1
hour
hour
10
minutes
minutes
Servings
4
servings
Calories
251
kcal
Author
Julia
Ingredients
200
g
mozzarella balls
(1 tub)
1
tablespoon
fresh parsley, chopped
1
teaspoon
fresh thyme leaves
1/2
teaspoon
fresh rosemary leaves, chopped
1
teaspoon
fresh basil, chopped
1
clove
garlic, sliced
1/2
lemon
zest
(either in long ribbons or zested)
1
chili pepper
(optional)
1/4
cup
Zucchi Pesto-Flavoured Extra Virgin Olive Oil
(you may need to use more depending on the size of the jar)
Instructions
Drain the mozzarella balls (bocconcini) really well from whey.
Dry the cheese really well with some paper towels. Take each ball and slightly squeeze it with the paper towel to make sure it's dry.
If the mozzarella balls are too big, cut them in half.
Mix the prepped cheese with all the herbs really well.
Add the sliced garlic, lemon zest, and chili pepper (if using) to a clean jar. Use a 300-400 ml jar.
Fill the jar with the mozzarella balls. If you have a smaller jar, you will need to pack it tightly.
Pour Zucchi Pesto-Flavoured Extra Virgin Olive Oil into the jar to fully cover the cheese. You may need to use a bit more oil if the jar is bigger.
Cover and let marinate for at least one hour before serving. You can keep it on the counter.
If you aren't going to eat the marinated mozzarella balls an hour or two after making, then keep in the fridge for up to 5-7 days.
Note: the olive oil will harden in the fridge so take the jar out of the fridge at least 30-45 minutes before serving.
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Notes
You can use more or less herbs depending on your taste.
If you use larger jar then you may need to use a bit more oil to cover the cheese.
Nutrition
Calories:
251
kcal
|
Carbohydrates:
1
g
|
Protein:
9
g
|
Fat:
24
g
|
Saturated Fat:
5
g
|
Cholesterol:
18
mg
|
Sodium:
38
mg
|
Potassium:
36
mg
|
Fiber:
1
g
|
Sugar:
1
g
|
Vitamin A:
215
IU
|
Vitamin C:
19
mg
|
Calcium:
179
mg
|
Iron:
1
mg