Marinated Bocconcini Recipe

Name: Marinated Bocconcini
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil; 1 large clove garlic, minced; 2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano; 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1 pound bocconcini, well drained; 1 tablespoon capers, coarsely chopped; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley; Kosher or sea salt; Halved cherry tomatoes or sliced tomatoes, preferably mixed colors, for garnish; Black olives, such as Gaeta or Kalamata, for garnish

Servings: persons

1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 large clove garlic, minced
2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 pound bocconcini, well drained
1 tablespoon capers, coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Kosher or sea salt
Halved cherry tomatoes or sliced tomatoes, preferably mixed colors, for garnish
Black olives, such as Gaeta or Kalamata, for garnish

1
In a small saucepan, heat the olive oil, garlic, oregano, and pepper flakes over medium heat until the garlic sizzles and just begins to color, 1 to 2 minutes.
2
Remove from the heat and cool to room temperature.
3
Put the bocconcini in a bowl and cover with the seasoned oil.
4
Add the capers and parsley.
5
Stir to coat.
6
Cover and let stand for several hours, stirring occasionally.
7
Just before serving, season to taste with salt.
8
Arrange the bocconcini on a serving platter.
9
Surround with the tomatoes and olives.
10
Spoon some of the marinade over the tomatoes.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil, 1 large clove garlic, minced, 2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano, 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, and more.

Yes, Marinated Bocconcini 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.

Marinated Bocconcini

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