Italian Tricolore Salad

Brighten up your table with this vibrant and easy-to-make Italian Tricolore Salad, a dish that beautifully celebrates the colors of the Italian flag with crisp arugula, juicy cherry tomatoes, and creamy fresh mozzarella balls. Enhanced with aromatic basil, a drizzle of rich balsamic glaze, and high-quality extra-virgin olive oil, this no-cook recipe comes together in just 10 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or elegant dinner parties. Finished with a pinch of salt and freshly cracked black pepper, this classic Italian salad is a deliciously light appetizer or a refreshing side dish. Bursting with Mediterranean flavors and wholesome ingredients, it’s a must-try for fans of healthy Italian cuisine!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups Arugula (rocket)
• 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes
• 1 cup Fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini or ciliegine)
• 3 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Balsamic glaze
• 6 leaves Fresh basil leaves
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

1. Wash and dry the arugula, cherry tomatoes, and basil leaves thoroughly.

Step 2

2. Halve the cherry tomatoes and set aside. If the mozzarella balls are larger than bite-sized, cut them into smaller pieces.

Step 3

3. In a large salad bowl, combine the arugula, halved cherry tomatoes, and mozzarella balls.

Step 4

4. Tear the fresh basil leaves into smaller pieces and add them to the salad for extra fragrance and flavor.

Step 5

5. Drizzle the salad with extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze.

Step 6

6. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

Step 7

7. Gently toss the ingredients together until the salad is evenly coated with the dressing.

Step 8

8. Serve immediately as a refreshing appetizer or side dish. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	603.9 grams (603.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1055

Total Fat 83.90g	108%
Saturated Fat 31.20g	156%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 127mg	42%
Sodium 1646mg	72%
Total Carbohydrate 31.00g	11%
Dietary Fiber 4.20g	15%
Total Sugars 25.60g
Protein 46.80g	94%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1018mg	78%
Iron 3mg	19%
Potassium 1074mg	23%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 70.8%

Protein: 17.6%

Carbs: 11.6%