Eat-the-Rainbow Chopped Salad with Basil & Mozzarella

Eat-the-Rainbow Chopped Salad with Basil & Mozzarella

Posted by Melanie Winter


Eat the Rainbow for Everyday Wellness 🌈

Eating a variety of colourful vegetables is a simple way to support overall wellbeing. This vibrant chopped salad combines fresh ingredients rich in fibre and nutrients, making it an easy and delicious addition to a balanced diet.

This delightful salad boasts a vibrant array of colours, offering a unique twist on the classic caprese. Enhance it into a complete meal by adding grilled fish, chicken or your preferred protein.

Preparation time: 30 minutes

Total time: 30 minutes

Servings: 8 people

Ingredients:

  • ΒΌ cup white balsamic vinegar
  • ΒΌ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • ΒΌ teaspoon salt
  • ΒΌ teaspoon ground pepper
  • 2 large carrots, diced
  • 1 large yellow capsicum, diced
  • 2 cups chopped kale (or baby spinach)
  • 1ΒΌ cups chopped red cabbage
  • 1 cup quartered grape tomatoes
  • 1 cup mozzarella pearls (or chopped mozzarella)
  • Β½ cup thinly sliced fresh basil
  • 2 spring onions, sliced

Directions:

  1. Whisk vinegar, oil, salt and pepper in a large bowl.
  2. Add carrots, capsicum, kale (or baby spinach), cabbage, tomatoes, mozzarella, basil and spring onions. Toss to coat.

Adapted from: https://www.eatingwell.com/recipe/278133/eat-the-rainbow-chopped-salad-with-basil-mozzarella/