Strawberry and Mozzarella Salad

Strawberry & Mozzarella Salad

1. 2 tablespoons olive oil

2. 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

3. 1/4 teaspoon salt

4. 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

5. 1 heart romaine lettuce, torn or cut into bite-sized pieces (3 cups lightly packed)

6. 1 8-ounce container of strawberries, hulled and sliced

7. 3 ounces part-skim mozzarella cheese, diced (about 3/4 cup)

8. 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, cut into ribbons

Directions

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 Info

Calories 150; Total Fat 12 g; (Sat Fat 3.5 g, Mono Fat 5 g, Poly Fat 1 g) ; Protein 6 g; Carb 7 g; Fiber 2 g; Cholesterol 15 mg; Sodium 320 mg

Excellent source of: Vitamin A, Vitamin C

Good source of:Protein, Vitamin K, Calcium, Manganese

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