Marinated Mozzarella

Fresh mozzarella is sold in Italian delis and many supermarkets. If you can’t find it, you can use the prepackaged kind sold in the dairy section.

PREP TIME: 10 MINUTES • MARINATE TIME: 2 HOURS
8 SERVINGS

• ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon minced fresh oregano
• 1 large clove garlic, minced
• ¼ teaspoon dried red pepper flakes
• ¼ teaspoon sweet paprika
• 1 pound fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into ¾-inch cubes

1. In a large, shallow dish, combine all the ingredients except the mozzarella.

2. Add the mozzarella and toss to coat. Let stand, covered, at room temperature for 2 hours before serving.

PER SERVING

carbs: 3 grams; Net Carbs: 3 grams;
fiber: 0 grams; protein: 7 grams; fat: 13.5 grams; calories: 162

PHASES 1–4