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Baked Mozzarella

5 from 1 vote
Serves: 4
Fresh, healthy baked eggs with cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil, perfect for a nutritious breakfast or light meal, aligned with food and fitness nutrition tips from Food Faith Fitness.
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 5 minutes
Total: 10 minutes

Ingredients

  • Extra virgin olive oil for greasing and drizzling
  • 8 ounces fresh mozzarella sliced
  • 10 cherry tomatoes halved
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • Fresh basil chopped (for garnish)
  • Crusty bread for serving

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven broiler.
  • Lightly grease a small ovenproof dish with extra virgin olive oil. Alternately layer the mozzarella slices and halved cherry tomatoes in the dish, then sprinkle with minced garlic.
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  • Drizzle a bit more olive oil over the top.
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  • Place the dish on the middle rack under the broiler. Broil for 4-7 minutes until the mozzarella melts and turns bubbly.
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  • Remove from the oven and serve hot, garnished with fresh basil on top and crusty bread for dipping.

Nutrition Info:

Calories: 180kcal (9%) Carbohydrates: 3g (1%) Protein: 13g (26%) Fat: 13g (20%) Saturated Fat: 7g (44%) Sodium: 360mg (16%) Fiber: 0.3g (1%) Sugar: 2g (2%)

Nutrition Disclaimer

Nutrition information are estimates only and may vary based on the specific brands, ingredients, and portion sizes you use. This data is provided for informational purposes only.

Author: Amelia Mapstone
Course:Appetizer
Cuisine:American, Italian-American
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