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4th of July Salad

Refreshing 4th of July Salad to Celebrate Summer Flavors

A vibrant 4th of July Salad featuring fresh strawberries, blueberries, and creamy mozzarella, perfect for summer celebrations.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Ripe and colorful
  • 1 cup Fresh Blueberries Avoid frozen for best results
  • 8 oz Mozzarella Cheese Fresh, cut into star shapes for festivity
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil Whole leaves preferred
For the Dressing
  • 2 tbsp Balsamic Vinegar Aged for sweetness
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil High-quality for better flavor
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Medium serving bowl
  • large spoon or spatula
  • Small star-shaped cookie cutter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Rinse and dry the cherry tomatoes and blueberries under cold water and pat dry.
  2. Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and place them in a medium serving bowl.
  3. Add the fresh blueberries to the bowl with the cherry tomatoes.
  4. Tear fresh basil leaves and mix them into the tomatoes and blueberries.
  5. Drizzle olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the mixture; add salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Gently toss all ingredients to combine without breaking the blueberries.
  7. Slice fresh mozzarella and cut into star shapes if desired, then top the salad.
  8. Serve immediately and enjoy the vibrant flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best results, use the freshest ingredients and serve immediately to maintain flavor and texture.

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