Mozzarella pearls found in the cheese section of your market are marinated in a simple herb oil recipe and can then be enjoyed in a variety of ways.
The Herbs for the Mozzarella Pearls
When first making these marinated mozzarella pearls I had lots of fresh herbs growing and I just used what I had available. But, if you don’t have an herb garden, or you have different ones than I did, feel free to substitute whatever you like. Dried herbs would be great too – just remember that they are more potent, so use about one third the amount.
What other add-ins are great?
Another amazing addition is lemon zest, and mozzarella pearls are always fun mixed with olives like you see here.
Be sure that you use a good quality olive oil. We always keep on hand Extra Virgin Olive Oil.
If you’re a fan of cheesy, Italian type flavors you’ll want to check out our Crustless Tomato Pie. It’s one of our top recipe posts along with the Crustless Squash Pie.
More ways to use mozzarella pearls:
- tossed on top of salads
- mixed with tomatoes
- mixed with small, whole mushrooms
- on short skewers alternated with anything you like for an appetizer
- tossed on a pizza before it’s baked
- let your imagination go wild and tag us on social media with the ways you come up to use them
Mozzarella Pearls Marinated with Herbs & Garlic
Ingredients
- 8 ounces mozzarella pearls
- 3 Tbsp. olive oil extra virgin
- 1 Tbsp. fresh rosemary chopped
- 1 tsp. fresh thyme leaves removed from stems (use traditional thyme or lemon thyme)
- 1 tsp. fresh oregano chopped
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes or to taste
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients and chill 2 hours to overnight.
- Enjoyl
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Items great for making and serving mozarella pearls:
- Herb Shears. We never tire of recommending these. Everyone in our family has and loves them.
- Olive Oil Dispenser. We use EVOO so much that a dispenser sits right by the cooktop at all times.
- short skewers for making appetizers
- bamboo toothpicks with a looped end like you see in our photos
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Here are a few more recipes you’ll want to try:
Chicken Chili Verde 
Keto Breakfast Casserole 
Creamy Tomato Soup 
Creole Butter for SteaksCre 
Cheesy Poblano Pepper Soup 
Potato Gratin with Aged Gouda
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More recipe sources we recommend:
Meal Plan Monday
Weekend Potluck
Sounds yummy. Would go great with some fresh tomatoes and cukes.
That sounds good too! Thanks, Quinn!
This is such a great appetizer idea! Looks delicious. 🙂
Thank you, Carrie.
Oh man! This is so good. Such an explosion of flavor in my mouth.
Happy to hear you like them!
This looks scrumptious. Definitely going to try that.
Thanks, Roxana. Hope you enjoy!
I love this perfect simple appetizer. This is a great idea for entertaining and love the little toothpicks!
Thank you, Cyndy!
This is a classic recipe that I come back to again and again. It’s perfect anytime I’m entertaining, and now that I’m doing keto, it makes the perfect snack! I change up the herbs from time to time, too. Delish!
Thanks for letting us know Jenn!