Mozzarella, Tomato and Avocado Salad

By Tara-3

Ingredients

• 1 container cherry tomatoes, cut in half
• 1 carton fresh mozzarella cheese pearls, drained
• 1 avocado, peeled and diced
• 1/3 cup basil, julienned
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• salt and pepper
• baguette-optional

Preparation

Step 1

1. In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, mozzarella, basil and parsley. Set aside.
2. In a small bowl, whisk the lemon juice, oil, salt and pepper. Pour over tomato mixture. Toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour before serving.
3. Just before serving the salad, stir in the chopped avocados. Serve salad with toasty bread.
... and voila you have a great, fresh salad that you can pair it up with some Pinot Grigio or Chardonnay!!

If you are hosting a party you can serve the salad in kabobs for a fabulous presentation!