Easy Grilled Cherry Tomato Salad with Mozzarella and Fresh Herbs
Easy Grilled Cherry Tomato Salad with Mozzarella and Fresh Herbs is a summer favorite that’s better than takeout and ready in just 20 minutes. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to getting perfectly grilled tomatoes every time. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Caramel Apple Slices with Chocolate Drizzle Recipe and Creamy Garlic Mushroom Stuffed Shells Recipe for Dinner.
Why This Easy Grilled Cherry Tomato Salad with Mozzarella and Fresh Herbs Is Pure Comfort
- Bursting with fresh flavors
- Better than takeout
- Ready in just 20 minutes
- Perfect for summer cookouts
What You'll Need for Easy Grilled Cherry Tomato Salad with Mozzarella and Fresh Herbs
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- 2 pints cherry tomatoes
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
- Optional: Fresh basil leaves
- Optional: Red onion, thinly sliced
📝 Ingredient Notes
- cherry tomatoes: Use a mix of colors for a pop of color.
- mozzarella: Fresh mozzarella is best, but you can use regular if that's all you have.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Cast Iron Skillet — Even heat for perfect grilled tomatoes. → See on Amazon
- Balsamic Glaze — Adds a touch of sweetness and depth of flavor. → See on Amazon
How to Make Easy Grilled Cherry Tomato Salad with Mozzarella and Fresh Herbs
- Preheat: Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
- Grill Tomatoes: Toss tomatoes in 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper. Grill for 2-3 minutes, until charred.
- Combine: In a bowl, combine grilled tomatoes, mozzarella, garlic, and remaining olive oil. Toss gently.
- Drizzle: Drizzle with balsamic glaze and garnish with fresh basil and red onion. Serve immediately.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Grilled Cherry Tomato Salad with Mozzarella and Fresh Herbs
- Common mistake and fix: Overcooking the tomatoes can make them mushy. Keep an eye on them and remove from heat as soon as they're charred.
- Pro tip: For a vegetarian version, omit the mozzarella or replace it with grilled halloumi cheese.
- Pro tip: Make this salad ahead of time and store in the fridge. The flavors will meld together and become even more delicious.
Storing & Reheating Easy Grilled Cherry Tomato Salad with Mozzarella and Fresh Herbs
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Freezing Easy Grilled Cherry Tomato Salad with Mozzarella and Fresh Herbs
Not recommended for freezing.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicy kick, add some sliced jalapeños to the salad.
- Best substitution: If you can't find fresh mozzarella, you can use regular mozzarella or feta cheese.
- Make-ahead: Make this salad ahead of time and store in the fridge. The flavors will meld together and become even more delicious.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled for a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If your tomatoes are not charring, try increasing the heat of your grill or grill pan.
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Easy Grilled Cherry Tomato Salad with Mozzarella and Fresh Herbs
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pints cherry tomatoes
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella
Seasonings
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
Optional Toppings
- Fresh basil leaves
- Red onion, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Preheat: Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
- Grill Tomatoes: Toss tomatoes in 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper. Grill for 2-3 minutes, until charred.
- Combine: In a bowl, combine grilled tomatoes, mozzarella, garlic, and remaining olive oil. Toss gently.
- Drizzle: Drizzle with balsamic glaze and garnish with fresh basil and red onion. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicy kick, add some sliced jalapeños to the salad.
- Best substitution: If you can't find fresh mozzarella, you can use regular mozzarella or feta cheese.
- Make-ahead: Make this salad ahead of time and store in the fridge. The flavors will meld together and become even more delicious.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled for a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If your tomatoes are not charring, try increasing the heat of your grill or grill pan.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Not recommended for freezing.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
- Make ahead: This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 180
- Protein: 9g
- Fat: 12g
- Carbs: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Cholesterol: 30mg
- Sat. Fat: 6g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Grilled Cherry Tomato Salad with Mozzarella and Fresh Herbs FAQs
Yes, this salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. The flavors will meld together and become even more delicious.
Overcooking the tomatoes can make them mushy. Keep an eye on them and remove from heat as soon as they're charred.
Yes, you can make this salad year-round. In the winter, you can use a grill pan or oven to grill the tomatoes.
If you can't find fresh mozzarella, you can use regular mozzarella or feta cheese.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy Grilled Cherry Tomato Salad with Mozzarella and Fresh Herbs and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
