Marinated Mozzarella Balls
These marinated mozzarella balls are a quick and easy party appetizer! Coated in olive oil, lemon, garlic, and herbs, they're full of rich flavor.
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley and/or basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- 1 garlic clove (grated)
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- ⅔ cup extra-virgin olive oil (or enough to cover the mozzarella balls)
- 8 ounces ciliegine fresh mozzarella cheese balls (drained and patted dry)
- In a medium jar, stir together the herbs, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, and ⅓ cup of the olive oil.
- Add the mozzarella and top with the remaining ⅓ cup olive oil, adding more as needed to cover the mozzarella.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least an hour before serving. Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
These marinated mozzarella balls are quickly becoming a family favorite snack. I love them because they’re the perfect last-minute appetizer for gatherings—flavorful, elegant, and SO easy to throw together. Jack and Ollie love them…well…because they love anything with cheese.
The recipe is super simple. I marinate mini fresh mozzarella balls in olive oil with herbs, garlic, lemon zest, and red pepper flakes. The bright, savory flavor of the fresh garlic, lemon, and herbs saturates the oil, which in turn soaks into the chewy balls of cheese.
I hope these marinated mozzarella balls become your go-to appetizer for parties and gatherings, or a go-to snack to keep on hand in your fridge. They’re easy, delicious, and a little decadent. Enjoy!
How to Make Marinated Mozzarella Balls
This recipe starts with 8 simple ingredients:
