This Grilled Bell Pepper, Tomato, and Mozzarella Salad is bursting with summer flavors! It's the perfect fresh side dish to serve at a cookout.

When you grow a summer vegetable garden, you're likely to have bell peppers and tomatoes coming out of your ears. That's the case for me right about now!

A great way to use your garden's bounty is to make a gorgeous fresh salad like this one. This salad feature not only bell peppers and tomatoes, but your garden's fresh herbs, too!

This delicious salad pairs well with any of your grilled favorites like chicken, steak, or even burgers. It's great served cold or at room temperature, making it the perfect choice for barbeques.

HOW TO MAKE BELL PEPPER, TOMATO, AND MOZZARELLA SALAD

This summer salad is made by combining grilled bell peppers with tomatoes, red onion, and mozzarella cheese tossed with a homemade balsamic vinaigrette. See below for detailed recipe instructions.

WHAT IS "FRESH" MOZZARELLA CHEESE?

Fresh mozzarella is mozzarella cheese sold in brine. Fresh mozzarella has a moist, soft texture that is perfect for this salad. You can substitute cubed fresh mozzarella for mozzarella pearls (small round pieces of fresh mozzarella sold in brine).

CAN THIS SALAD BE MADE IN ADVANCE?

Yes! This salad can be made a day in advance. Store covered in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

DO I HAVE TO GRILL THE PEPPERS?

The bell peppers are really the star of this recipe. When the peppers are grilled, their sweetness really pops! The little charred bits add a dimension of flavor that beats any other method of preparation. If you don't have a grill, you can roast the peppers in the oven, but grilling should be your first choice, if possible.

MORE SUMMER SIDE DISH RECIPES

Looking for more summer side dish recipes that are perfect for a summer cookout? Here are a few favorites from the archives:

Pictured:
Mom's Traditional Potato Salad
Broccoli Pasta Salad
Bacon Ranch Tortellini Salad
Greek Zoodle Salad

If you try this Grilled Bell Pepper, Tomato, and Mozzarella Salad, I'd love to know what you think in the comments below. Enjoy!

4 servings

Grilled Bell Pepper, Tomato, and Mozzarella Salad

This Grilled Bell Pepper, Tomato, and Mozzarella Salad is bursting with summer flavors! It's the perfect fresh side dish to serve at a cookout.

  prep time: 15 MINcook time: 10 MINtotal time: 25 MIN 

INGREDIENTS

3 small red bell peppers
4 tablespoons olive oil,split
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon each fresh rosemary, basil, and oregano, minced
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 cup red onion, thinly sliced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, cubed
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, shaved

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Heat your grill to medium-high heat.

2. Core the peppers and cut each pepper into three pieces. Toss the peppers with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill the peppers until they begin to blister and char. Remove the peppers from the grill and cool to room temperature.

3. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 3 tablespoons of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, oregano, rosemary, basil, garlic, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.

4. Slice the cooled peppers into thin strips and place them into a large bowl. Add the red onion, tomatoes, mozzarella, and dressing to the bowl. Toss to combine. Top with the parmesan cheese and serve.

NOTES

Author: Becky, adapted from a recipe found on Taste of Home.

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