STRAWBERRY AND MOZZARELLA SALAD

Strawberry and Mozzarella Salad image

Per Serving:

Provided by Ellie Krieger

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings, serving size: 1 3/4 cup

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 heart romaine lettuce, torn or cut into bite-sized pieces (3 cups lightly packed)
1 8-ounce container of strawberries, hulled and sliced
3 ounces part-skim mozzarella cheese, diced (about 3/4 cup)
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, cut into ribbons

Steps:

In a small bowl whisk together the oil, vinegar salt and pepper. Place the lettuce in a large bowl and toss with half the dressing. Place the lettuce onto 4 salad plates.
Toss the strawberries with the remaining dressing and place 1/4 of the berries on top of each mound of lettuce. Top each with cheese and sprinkle with the basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150, Fat 12 grams, SaturatedFat 3.5 grams, Cholesterol 15 milligrams, Sodium 320 milligrams, Carbohydrate 7 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 6 grams