Source: Vankad, AdobeStockThanks to its incredible versatility, mozzarella is easy to use in almost any dish. You can simply add mozzarella instead of grated cheese, or make it one of the main ingredients. We're sharing 20 of the best recipes!
1. Fried Mozzarella
Source: za-edoy.ruIt's especially good with a sweet and sour berry sauce.
You'll need: 300g mozzarella, 1 egg, 1/2 cup flour and breadcrumbs each, spices.
Preparation: Cut the mozzarella into pieces. Dip each piece in egg, then coat in flour with spices. Dip in egg again, coat in breadcrumbs, and fry the mozzarella until golden brown in plenty of oil. Finally, place it on paper towels to remove excess fat.
2. Pizza Margherita with Mozzarella
Source: windowman.ruA classic without which this recipe collection would be incomplete.
You'll need: 1 ready-made pizza base, 100g tomato sauce, 160g mozzarella, 1 tomato, 1 handful of basil, spices.
Preparation: Spread your favorite tomato sauce on the pizza base and sprinkle with spices. Arrange sliced tomatoes and mozzarella slices. Sprinkle with basil and bake the pizza in the oven for 10 minutes at maximum temperature.
3. Tomato Cream Soup with Mozzarella
Source: tomesto.ruYou can add some garlic croutons when serving.
You'll need: 600g tomatoes, 2 carrots, 100g celery root, 100g mozzarella, 2 cloves garlic, 2 pinches Italian herbs, spices.
Preparation: Chop carrots and celery, and sauté until soft. Add chopped and peeled tomatoes with garlic, and simmer until all vegetables are tender. Add herbs, spices, and water to desired consistency. Blend everything until smooth and cook for another 10 minutes. Ladle the soup into bowls and arrange mozzarella pieces.
4. Caprese with Mozzarella
Source: malinika.ruAn appetizer and salad in one – a real find for a festive table or everyday meal.
You'll need: 2 tomatoes, 100g mozzarella, 20g basil, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar, spices.
Preparation: Slice mozzarella and tomatoes into roughly equal rounds. Arrange them on a plate, alternating with basil leaves. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar, and season to taste.
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5. Mozzarella Cheese Soup with Salmon
Source: mircooking.ruSalmon or any other red fish fillet will work.
You'll need: 600ml milk, 250g mozzarella, 200ml cream, 200g salmon fillet, 100g Parmesan, 1 bunch each of basil and parsley, 3 celery stalks, spices, olive oil.
Preparation: Combine milk and cream, bring to a boil, and add grated mozzarella and Parmesan. Cook over low heat until the cheese melts. Add chopped herbs, cook for another 3 minutes, remove the soup from heat, blend it, and season.
Roughly chop and fry salmon until golden brown on both sides. Separately sauté chopped celery and arrange it with salmon in bowls. Pour the cheese soup over everything and serve.
6. Vegetable Salad with Mozzarella
Source: mykaleidoscope.ruA summer recipe for the dacha, picnic, and beyond.
You'll need: 200g cherry tomatoes, 150g mozzarella, 100g radishes, 3 cucumbers, 1 bell pepper, 4 sprigs of herbs, 1 handful of olives, olive oil, spices.
Preparation: Roughly chop all ingredients, mince herbs, and add olives. Drizzle the salad with olive oil and season to taste.
7. Hot Sandwiches with Mozzarella and Tomatoes
Source: dreamstime.comMake large sandwiches or small canapés – whichever you prefer.
You'll need: 4 slices of bread, 1 clove garlic, 2 tomatoes, 250g mozzarella, 2 green onion stalks, 40g butter, spices, basil.
Preparation: Spread butter on bread slices, sprinkle with garlic and spices. Arrange tomato slices and mozzarella slices, sprinkle with chopped green onions and spices. Bake the sandwiches in the oven for 10 minutes at 200 degrees.
8. Creamy Mozzarella Sauce
Source: vkusno.mirtesen.ruA variation on creamy cheese sauce that pairs well with almost any dish.
You'll need: 200ml cream, 100g mozzarella, 100g onion, 30g butter, 2 pinches each of nutmeg, salt, white pepper, and paprika.
Preparation: Finely chop and sauté the onion in butter for 5 minutes. Heat the cream, add the onion and grated mozzarella. Cook this sauce for a couple of minutes, stirring, then add all the spices.
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9. Baked Zucchini with Mozzarella
Source: receptisalatov.comA light, diet-friendly dish that needs no additions at all.
You'll need: 1 zucchini, 150g mozzarella, 1 tbsp olive oil, spices, and Italian herbs.
Preparation: Slice the zucchini into rounds, place them in a baking dish, drizzle with olive oil, and season. Cover with grated or sliced mozzarella and bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes at 180 degrees.
10. Strawberry and Mozzarella Salad
Source: dreamstime.comThis simple-to-prepare salad can delight even gourmets!
You'll need: 300g strawberries, 100g arugula, 250g mozzarella, spices, balsamic vinegar, olive oil.
Preparation: Wash and dry the arugula, halve the strawberries, and roughly chop the mozzarella. Season and drizzle the salad with olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
11. Baked Eggplant with Tomatoes and Mozzarella
Source: zdorovogotovim.ruChoose spices and aromatic herbs to your taste – any will do.
You'll need: 2 eggplants, 100g mozzarella, 200g tomatoes, 50g olives, 2 cloves garlic, 2 tbsp capers, 2 tbsp olive oil, spices.
Preparation: Halve the eggplants lengthwise, scoop out the pulp, and brush the halves with oil. Bake them for 20 minutes at 200 degrees, and finely chop the scooped-out pulp and sauté with garlic until golden.
Add chopped tomatoes, capers, olives, and spices, and simmer for 15 minutes over low heat. Spoon this filling into the eggplant boats and top with mozzarella slices. Bake for another 7-10 minutes.
12. Salad with Tomatoes, Spinach, and Mozzarella
Source: cheeseinfo.ruYou can additionally sprinkle the finished salad with chopped nuts.
You'll need: 120g mozzarella, 1 bunch spinach, 120g cherry tomatoes, spices, olive oil, balsamic vinegar.
Preparation: Chop and lightly sauté the spinach in oil until soft. Roughly chop cherry tomatoes and mozzarella. Season the salad and drizzle with balsamic vinegar.
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13. Canapés with Mozzarella and Olives
Source: mykaleidoscope.ruSmall mozzarella balls are best for this recipe.
You'll need: 10 cherry tomatoes, 10 mozzarella balls, 10 olives, 10 basil leaves.
Preparation: Choose cherry tomatoes and mozzarella balls of roughly the same size. Assemble all ingredients on skewers and serve the canapés.
14. Mozzarella and Basil Spread
Source: vk.comThe simplest quick appetizer. Can be spread on bread, crackers, or crispbreads.
You'll need: 400g mozzarella, 1/2 bunch basil, 2 cloves garlic, 3 tbsp olive oil, spices.
Preparation: Chop basil leaves and garlic in a blender. Add oil, spices, and chopped mozzarella. Blend until smooth.
15. Mozzarella and Sun-Dried Tomato Muffins
Source: koolinar.ruAn interesting and easy-to-make snack – for a treat or on the go.
You'll need: 170g flour, 190ml milk, 1 egg, 30g butter, 250g mozzarella, 4 sun-dried tomatoes, 3 sprigs basil, 1.5 tsp baking powder, spices.
Preparation: Whisk milk with egg and melted butter. Add sifted flour with spices and baking powder, and mix the dough. Add chopped basil, sun-dried tomatoes, and mozzarella. Spoon the dough into muffin molds and bake for about 30 minutes in the oven at 190 degrees.
16. Canapés with Mozzarella and Sausage
Source: 100foto.clubSmoked sausage with a rich flavor and aroma is perfect.
You'll need: 10 olives, 10 mozzarella balls, 10 slices of sausage.
Preparation: Slice the sausage thinly and fold them neatly in half or roll them up. Assemble all ingredients on skewers.
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17. Baked Broccoli with Mozzarella
Source: attuale.ruAnother perfect combination that cannot be overstated!
You'll need: 400g broccoli, 150g mozzarella, Italian herbs, spices, vegetable oil.
Preparation: Blanch broccoli florets for 3 minutes in boiling water and place them in an oiled baking dish. Sprinkle with spices and top with mozzarella pieces. Bake in the oven for 15 minutes at 200 degrees.
18. Baked Eggs with Mozzarella
Source: dzen.ruAn elementary quick breakfast when you don't have much time to cook.
You'll need: 4 eggs, 100g mozzarella, 2 slices of toast bread, spices, vegetable oil.
Preparation: Grease a baking dish, arrange bread slices to completely cover the bottom, and sprinkle with half of the grated mozzarella and spices. Crack eggs on top with whole yolks and cover with the remaining mozzarella. Bake everything in the oven for 15-20 minutes at 180 degrees.
19. Bruschetta with Mozzarella, Ham, and Peaches
Source: bangkokbook.ruChoose thinly sliced cured ham.
You'll need: 6 strips of ham, 2 peaches, 120g mozzarella, 1 baguette, 30g brown sugar, 20g butter.
Preparation: Slice and lightly toast the baguette in a dry pan. Slice the mozzarella. Blanch peaches, peel, and slice into wedges. Lightly sauté these wedges until soft in butter, sprinkled with sugar. Arrange all ingredients on baguette slices and serve.
20. Pasta with Bacon and Mozzarella
Source: pinterest.comEqually delicious with spaghetti or any other pasta shape.
You'll need: 500g pasta, 125g mozzarella, 100g bacon, 300g tomatoes, 30g Parmesan, 2 cloves garlic, 1 bunch basil, olive oil, spices.
Preparation: Cook pasta until al dente. Peel tomatoes and blend them or grate them. Fry chopped bacon in a tablespoon of oil, add garlic, and fry for another 1 minute.
Add tomato and half of the chopped basil, simmer the sauce for 3-4 minutes, stirring, and sprinkle with the remaining basil. Season the sauce to taste and mix it with the pasta. Add grated mozzarella, mix everything again, and then sprinkle with grated Parmesan.