Bite-Sized Caprese Salad and Bread Dipping Oil Appetizer

Bite-Sized Caprese Salad and Bread Dipping Oil Appetizer – marinated mozzarella does double duty in a quick caprese salad and as a dipping oil for bread.

Bite-Sized Caprese Salad and Bread Dipping Oil Appetizer

Marinated mozzarella combined with cherry tomatoes and fresh basil makes a shortcut caprese salad. I like to leave toothpicks out so it’s easy to pick up, then use the rest of the oil from the container for a flavor-packed dip for fresh or toasted Italian bread. Everyone loves it and wants to know where the oil came from! This is my go-to appetizer when I’m entertaining and serving any kind of Italian-style meal. It’s fresh and easy to make.

Ingredients for Bite-Sized Caprese Salad and Bread Dipping Oil Appetizer

• Fresh Mozzarella Marinated in Oil – I usually use fresh mozzarella balls marinated in a blend of Herbs and Oil. The pictured mozzarella also has chili peppers, adding a little bit of a kick to the oil. I also use the marinated mozzarella from Trader Joe’s, or the big container available at Costco for a larger crowd.
• Cherry Tomatoes – I look for the round cherry tomatoes.
• Fresh Basil – chopped fresh basil for the caprese salad and the oil for dipping.
• Kosher Salt and Freshly Ground Black Pepper
• Bread – for dipping

How to Make Bite-Sized Caprese Salad and Bread Dipping Oil Appetizer

1. Drain the oil from the mozzarella and reserve it.
2. Combine the cherry tomatoes with the mozzarella and some of the oil.
3. Serve remaining oil with bread for dipping.

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