Lemon and Caper Mozzarella Recipe

Name: Lemon and Caper Mozzarella
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced 1/4-in thick; ½ cup extra virgin olive oil; 2 garlic cloves, crushed; ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, minced; 1 tablespoon lemon zest, minced; sea salt, to taste; fresh cracked black pepper, to taste; 3 tablespoons capers, drained and chopped; 1 lemon; fresh oregano, stems as garnish

Servings: persons

12 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced 1/4-in thick
½ cup extra virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves, crushed
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon fresh oregano, minced
1 tablespoon lemon zest, minced
sea salt, to taste
fresh cracked black pepper, to taste
3 tablespoons capers, drained and chopped
1 lemon
fresh oregano, stems as garnish

1
Place cheese slices on medium platter.
2
Heat olive oil in small saucepan over medium heat.
3
Add garlic and red pepper.
4
Heat until garlic sizzles.
5
Remove from heat.
6
Add oregano, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
7
Let cool to room temperature.
8
Juice lemon and add to mixture.
9
Add capers and seasonings.
10
Drizzle over cheese.
11
Top with fresh oregano as garnish.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced 1/4-in thick, ½ cup extra virgin olive oil, 2 garlic cloves, crushed, ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes, and more.

Yes, Lemon and Caper Mozzarella falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Lemon and Caper Mozzarella

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