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Basil Salad Recipe with Fresh Lime Dressing

Basil Salad Recipe with Fresh Lime Dressing for a Zesty Kick

This Basil Salad Recipe with Fresh Lime Dressing combines fresh basil, cherry tomatoes, and mozzarella for a guilt-free, vibrant dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 3 cups Fresh Basil Leaves Rinse and dry thoroughly.
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved.
  • 1 medium English Cucumber Thinly sliced.
  • 0.25 cup Red Onion Thinly sliced.
  • 0.5 cup Fresh Mozzarella Pearls Drained and patted dry.
For the Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Choose a quality oil.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Lime Juice Use freshly squeezed.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper Tailor to your preferred spiciness.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rinse the basil leaves under cold water and pat them dry.
  2. Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and the cucumber into thin pieces.
  3. Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the bowl with cucumbers and tomatoes.
  4. Combine the basil leaves with the other salad ingredients.
  5. Add the mozzarella pearls and mix gently.
  6. Whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  7. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss lightly.
  8. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For optimal freshness, prepare and dress the salad shortly before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days without dressing.

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