Marinated Mozzarella Balls

These easy marinated mozzarella balls are bursting with flavor from olive oil, garlic, herbs, and a touch of heat. Serve them as part of a cheese board, with crusty bread, or tossed into pasta or salad for an instant flavor upgrade.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine Italian

Keyword Marinated Mozzarella Balls

Prep Time 10

Marinating Time 1

Servings Batch

Calories 2019kcal

Author Bon Appeteach

Ingredients

8 oz. Mozzarella Balls ciliegine or bocconcini size
3/4 cup Olive Oil
2 Garlic Cloves thinly sliced
1 sprig Fresh Rosemary
1 sprig Fresh Thyme
1/4 cup Fresh Parsley roughly chopped
1/2 tsp Kosher Salt
1/4 tsp Black Pepper
1/2 tsp Red Pepper Flakes
1/2 tsp Lemon Zest

Instructions

Drain and dry: Drain the mozzarella balls and gently pat them dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
Layer in a jar: In a clean 16 oz mason jar or an airtight container, add the mozzarella balls. Layer with garlic slices, herbs, salt, pepper, and optional ingredients like red pepper flakes and lemon zest.
Add olive oil: Pour in the olive oil until the mozzarella is fully submerged.
Marinate: Seal the jar and refrigerate for at least 24 hours to let the flavors infuse. Shake gently once a day to redistribute the seasonings.
Serve: Bring to room temperature before serving. Enjoy with crackers, crostini, salads, or pasta.

Notes

Tips for Success:

Use high-quality, mild olive oil for best flavor.
Customize with other ingredients like sun-dried tomatoes, olives, or chili oil.
Store in the fridge for up to 5 days. Olive oil may solidify—just let it sit at room temperature to loosen.

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