Bone Healthy Recipe: Basil Bocconcini Salad

Updated: March 14, 2019

Packed with bone building vitamins and minerals

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      Written By Vivian

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      Vivian is AlgaeCal’s COO, and is truly a child of the planet. Born in New York City, she was raised in Hong Kong and Africa before settling in Vancouver. Her special skill at work is “remembering everything Dean forgets.” While Vivian is in charge of operations for the company, she’s also the creative force behind many of the delicious recipes we share on our blog, on Facebook and on Pinterest. What does she like to do in her spare time? Besides cooking, “I work some more,” she jokes.

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      With summer right around the corner, this is a simple and refreshing dish you can serve to your family or guests.

      Warning: there will be no leftovers!!

      Packed with bone building vitamins and minerals

      Basil Bocconcini Salad

      Vivian
      Delicious, easy, and rich in Calcium and Vitamin C!
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      Prep Time 7 minutes
      Total Time 7 minutes
      Course Salad
      Cuisine Italian
      Calories 2052 kcal

      Ingredients
        

      • 20 cherry tomatoes halved
      • 20 fresh basil or mint leaves chopped
      • 20 bocconcini cheese balls
      • 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
      • 1/4 cup olive oil extra virgin
      • salt to taste
      • pepper to taste

      Instructions
       

      • Toss all ingredients in a bowl and serve!

      Notes

      This recipe allows you to get creative – you can substitute any fresh herb you have at home. I used cilantro last time and it turned out wonderfully!

      Nutrition

      Calories: 2052kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 104gFat: 174gSaturated Fat: 47gCholesterol: 201mgSodium: 465mgPotassium: 884mgFiber: 2gSugar: 27gVitamin A: 2085IUVitamin C: 79mgCalcium: 2086mgIron: 3.8mg
      Keyword basil, bocconcini cheese, tomato
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      Written By Vivian

      About the Author

      Vivian is AlgaeCal’s COO, and is truly a child of the planet. Born in New York City, she was raised in Hong Kong and Africa before settling in Vancouver. Her special skill at work is “remembering everything Dean forgets.” While Vivian is in charge of operations for the company, she’s also the creative force behind many of the delicious recipes we share on our blog, on Facebook and on Pinterest. What does she like to do in her spare time? Besides cooking, “I work some more,” she jokes.

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