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Marinated Mozzarella Balls

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound fresh mozzarella balls ciliegine, drained
  • 3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh basil chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh rosemary chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • Zest of 1 lemon

Method
 

  1. Pat the mozzarella balls completely dry with paper towels and place them in a clean glass jar or airtight container.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, basil, rosemary, thyme, red pepper flakes, salt, black pepper, and lemon zest.
  3. Pour the marinade over the mozzarella balls, ensuring they are completely covered.
  4. Seal the container and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or up to 5 days, gently shaking the container occasionally to redistribute the herbs.
  5. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before serving to bring to room temperature.
  6. Serve with toothpicks and spoon some of the marinade over the top.