Spicy Marinated Mozzarella Cubes Recipes

SPICY MARINATED MOZZARELLA WITH OREGANO AND CAPERS

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Categories Salad Cheese Appetizer Picnic Low Carb Quick & Easy Backyard BBQ Mozzarella Summer Party Oregano Capers Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 6 appetizer servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

12 ounces fresh water-packed mozzarella cheese, drained, cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
1 tablespoon minced fresh oregano
1/4 teaspoon coarse salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons capers, chopped

Steps:

Overlap cheese slices on medium platter.
Heat 2 tablespoons oil in small skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and crushed pepper and stir just until garlic begins to color, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in oregano, salt, and pepper. Cool. Stir in capers and remaining 4 tablespoons oil. Spoon over cheese slices.

MARINATED MOZZARELLA

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Aromatic herbs and a pinch of spicy red-pepper flakes enliven the subtle, creamy flavor of fresh mozzarella.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Lunch Recipes

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 pound fresh mozzarella, cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon fresh thyme
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh rosemary
1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano
1/4 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
Olives, crackers, bread, and sliced cured meats (such as salami Toscana), for serving

Steps:

Combine oil, herbs, red-pepper flakes, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Drizzle over mozzarella. Let stand for at least 20 minutes (or up to 1 hour). Serve with olives, crackers, bread, and cured meats.

MARINATED MOZZARELLA CUBES

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Being from America's Dairyland, I'm always on the lookout for new ways to serve cheese. I received this delicious recipe from a friend a few years ago and am happy to share it with others. -Arline Roggenbuck, Shawano, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Appetizers

Time 10m

Yield 4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 pound mozzarella cheese, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 jar (7 ounces) roasted red peppers, drained and cut into bite-size pieces
6 fresh thyme sprigs
2 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/4 cups olive oil
2 tablespoons minced fresh rosemary
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Bread or crackers

Steps:

In a quart jar with a tight-fitting lid, layer a third of the cheese, peppers, thyme and garlic. Repeat layers twice. , In a small bowl, whisk the oil, rosemary, Italian seasoning and pepper flakes. Pour into jar; seal and turn upside down. Refrigerate overnight, turning several times. Serve with bread or crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 121 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 224mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 6g protein.

MARINATED MOZZARELLA CUBES

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Let sit for several days to blend flavors better. Try using Sun Dried tomatoes instead of the red peppers. Serve with baguette slices, tomatoes, on top of a salad, as part of a cheese tray. Time does not include refrigeration time.

Provided by Carmen B.

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 12-16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 lb mozzarella cheese, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 (7 ounce) jar roasted red peppers, drained and cut into bite sized pieces
6 fresh thyme sprigs
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/4 cups olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, minced
2 teaspoons italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Steps:

In a quart jar with a tight fitting lid, layer a third of the cheese, red peppers, thyme and garlic; repeat layers twice.
In a small bowl, combine the oil, Rosemary, Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes; mix well.
Pour into jar; seal and turn upside down.
Refrigerate overnight, turning several times.
Store in refrigerator for up to 1 month.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 316.4, Fat 31, SaturatedFat 8.1, Cholesterol 29.9, Sodium 464, Carbohydrate 1.7, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.4, Protein 8.6

MARINATED MOZZARELLA CUBES

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Marinated cheese in olive oil and spices. Serve with your favorite crackers and everyone loves it!

Provided by Noonie Finch Hodges

Categories Appetizers and Snacks

Time 8h10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

⅓ cup olive oil
2 tablespoons chopped olive oil-marinated red pepper
1 tablespoon dried chives
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon minced garlic, or to taste
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 pound mozzarella cheese, cut into cubes

Steps:

Mix olive oil, red pepper, chives, parsley, garlic, onion powder, garlic powder, basil, and red pepper flakes together in a large jar with a tight-fitting lid; add cheese cubes and toss to coat cheese completely. Seal jar tightly and refrigerate 8 hours to overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 152.8 calories, Carbohydrate 1.8 g, Cholesterol 24.2 mg, Fat 12.1 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 9.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 269.4 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

MARINATED MOZZARELLA CUBES

Marinated Mozzarella Cubes image

Marinated cheese in olive oil and spices. Serve with your favorite crackers and everyone loves it!

Provided by Noonie Finch Hodges

Categories Appetizers and Snacks

Time 8h10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

⅓ cup olive oil
2 tablespoons chopped olive oil-marinated red pepper
1 tablespoon dried chives
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon minced garlic, or to taste
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 pound mozzarella cheese, cut into cubes

Steps:

Mix olive oil, red pepper, chives, parsley, garlic, onion powder, garlic powder, basil, and red pepper flakes together in a large jar with a tight-fitting lid; add cheese cubes and toss to coat cheese completely. Seal jar tightly and refrigerate 8 hours to overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 152.8 calories, Carbohydrate 1.8 g, Cholesterol 24.2 mg, Fat 12.1 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 9.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 269.4 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

MARINATED MOZZARELLA

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I always come home with an empty container when I bring this dish to a party. It can be made ahead to free up time later. I serve it with pretty frilled toothpicks for a festive look. -Peggy Cairo, Kenosha, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1/3 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon minced chives
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 pound cubed part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine first 7 ingredients; add cheese cubes. Stir to coat. Cover; refrigerate at least 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 203 calories, Fat 16g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 242mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (trace sugars, Fiber trace fiber), Protein 12g protein.