Insalata di Formaggio
Insalata di Formaggio is a refreshing Italian cheese salad that combines rich flavors and a crunchy texture, perfect for a light meal. This keto-friendly dish highlights the natural taste of high-quality cheeses and fresh vegetables, making it both satisfying and nutritious.

15 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Italian
350 kcal
Ingredients
- Mozzarella di Bufala - 150 grams
- Parmesan cheese - 50 grams
- Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams
- Cucumber - 100 grams
- Arugula - 50 grams
- Extra virgin olive oil - 3 tablespoons
- Balsamic vinegar - 1 tablespoon
- Fresh basil - 10 grams
- Salt - to taste
- Black pepper - to taste
Steps
- Start by washing the cherry tomatoes and cucumber thoroughly. Halve the cherry tomatoes and slice the cucumber into thin rounds.
- In a large salad bowl, combine the halved cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, and arugula.
- Tear the mozzarella di bufala into bite-sized pieces and add it to the salad bowl.
- Shave or finely grate the Parmesan cheese and sprinkle it over the salad.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss all the ingredients together.
- Finish by tearing fresh basil leaves and scattering them on top of the salad for added flavor and garnish.
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Protein: 20 g
- Carbs: 9 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Cholesterol: 45 mg
- Total Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Water: 0.2 L
Health Benefits
- High in healthy fats, supporting a ketogenic diet.
- Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
Tags
ItalianKetoSalad