Mozzarella balls with figs
Background
These mozzarella balls with figs are marinated in a balsamic & pomegranate vinaigrette before being served on cocktail sticks. They are absolutely fabulous snacks - you can add prosciutto and basil leaves if you like. Alternatively serve it as a starter on a bed of peppery salad leaves (such as rocket or chicory).
Ingredients
- 3 or 4 figs
- 1 pack(250g) bocconcini (baby mozzarella balls)
- 1 cup pomegranate juice
- 2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Juice of half a lemon
- Honey & olive oil to taste
- To serve:
- Seeds of half pomegranate
- Basil leaves
- Prosciutto (optional)
- Mixed peppery salad leaves (optional)
Instructions
- First make the marinade. Pour the vinegar, lemon juice and pomegranate into a pan, bring it to the boil and reduce it by half. Add honey and some olive oil to taste and let it cool.
- Cut the figs into wedges, then put them into a bowl and pour over the dressing. Season to taste.
- Marinate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Drain the mozzarella balls.
- Thread each wedge on a cocktail stick or wooden skewer with a couple of bocconcini and a basil leaf (you can add half a slice of prosciutto if you like). Arrange these on a plate and scatter pomegranate seeds over them.
- Alternatively scatter some salad leaves on 4-6 plates, arrange the figs and mozzarella balls on top, scatter the pomegranate seeds over them and drizzle with the marinade.
Tips
You can marinate the mozzarella balls too to get a more intense taste.Categories
- Meal Type: - Appetizer - Dinner - Nibbles & Bites - Quick & Easy - Salad - Seasonal - Starter
- Occasions: - Christmas - Dinner Party - New Year - Parties - Thanksgiving - Valentine's Day
- Ingredients: - Dairy - Exotic Fruits
- Health and Diet: - Gluten Free - Vegetarian
- Skill Levels: - Easy
You might also like
Recent Recipes
-
French Toast Panettone
Leftover, slightly stale panettone is perfect for making French toast...
Recipe by Dinna | -
Dairy-free gingerbread biscuits
These dairy-free gingerbread biscuits are perfect for baking with children....
Recipe by Dinna | -
Gravlax-style baked salmon
This gravlax-style baked salmon is perfect for special occasions and...
Recipe by Dinna | -
Vegan Lebkuchen Cookies
The traditional Lebkuchen cookies are very popular all over Middle...
Recipe by Dinna |
Site Search – use quotes ” ” for an exact phrase match
Recent Posts
-
How to make kefir
The exact origin of kefir remains shrouded in mystery, but...
Post by Dinna | -
Egg muffins
Breakfast is often considered the most important meal of the...
Post by Dinna | -
Christmas Croissant
I always make Christmas Croissant on Christmas day or Boxing...
Post by Pudding Pie |