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    Persimmon Mozzarella Salad: Fresh Winter Salad

    Published: Dec 10, 2018 Modified: Aug 28, 2020 By Sujata Shukla This blog generates income via ads. This post may contain affiliate links. PepperOnPizza may earn a commission for purchases made after clicking these links. View our disclosure policy for details

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    A plate edged in blue heaped with orange, green and white Persimmon Mozzarella Salad with a green and orange book on one side and a brown striped napkin below

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    It is such a pleasure to cook these days. The weather is pleasant and, most important, I seem to have rediscovered my creativity and enthusiasm for trying out new ingredients, flavours and combinations. Adding to all this, there is an abundance of fresh vegetables, greens and fruit all calling out to me to take them home and make something delicious out of them. Bright orange Fuyu Persimmon, fresh mozzarella bought just last evening, basil leaves from my balcony garden, all seemed to tumble over themselves to get into the Persimmon Mozzarella Salad that was my lunch today.

    Orange green and white persimmon, mozzarella and basil make up this persimmon mozzarella salad shown on a blue edged plated with a green and orange book on one side and a bowl of mustard balsamic dressing on the other

    Adding a Mustard Zing to the Salad:

    Fresh Mozzarella looks tempting when seen in a Caprese salad or sandwich, but one has to admit, it can be rather bland. One easy way to perk it up therefore, is to marinate the cheese with an interesting marinade. The mustard and balsamic vinegar dressing cum marinade made such a difference to the flavours of this persimmon mozzarella salad. Using good quality mustard and balsamic vinegar makes all the difference between an ok dish and a great one. Thank you Mridula, for the lovely mustard paste you brought for me during your last visit!

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    The theme for the 174th event of the Foodie Monday BlogHop Group is Potluck Recipes, and the theme was suggested by Preeti Prasad. Preeti blogs at Preethi's Cuisine. Do visit the blog, it has  interesting recipes with clear instructions. I would love to try out her recent recipe for Pesto coated smashed Potatoes, the arachuvitta karamani sambar (a Tamil dish), the sweet and sour mango relish!

     

     

    The Persimmon Mozzarella Salad would be a great addition to any Potluck gathering. It could be an appetizer or dessert, or a tasty side with pasta, pizza, risotto. With the gorgeous colours of autumn and winter arrayed in one plate, it is bound to be crowd-pleaser.

    Orange Fuyu Persimmon, a bowl with a large ball of mozzarella, a bunch of green lettuce, basil leaves and a pot of mustard dressing as preparation for Persimmon Mozzarell salad

     

     

    Making the Persimmon Mozzarella Salad

    The mustard and balsamic vinegar serves as both a marinade and dressing. The salad is easy to put together: mix the dressing, slice and marinate the cheese, slice the fruit and then arrange it all together. You could even carry the prepped ingredients with you and assemble the salad at the place where you are getting together for the potluck.

    The measurements/ quantities of ingredients in the recipe below are indicative, except for the mustard dressing, which gives the proportions of the ingredients. You can add more of the fruit or greens or arugula or mozzarella.

    Large plate of slices of orange persimmon tossed with greens, white fresh mozzarella and cranberries

    Some variations to the salad:

    • Peaches instead of Persimmon. Or add some thinly sliced pears to the salad.
    • Blueberries instead of the cranberries (depending on whats in season)
    • Goats cheese instead of mozzarella would be lovely, though that would give a very different flavour profile to the salad.
    • Add toasted pumpkin seeds or walnuts to the salad.
    • Make a lemon orange honey dressing instead of the mustard balsamic - again this would totally change the taste of the salad.
    • Add mint instead of or along with the basil

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    Roasted Beetroot Hummus

    Roasted beet hummus garnished with boiled chickpeas and with pita bread

     

    Autumn and Winter goodness of Persimmon and fresh mozzarella in a salad with mustard and balsamic vinegar and basil leaves on the side

    Persimmon Mozzarella Winter Salad with Mustard Balsamic Dressing

    Sujata Shukla
    Persimmon Mozzarella Salad, easy delicious Winter Salad of ripe Fuyu Persimmon fruits with fresh mozzarella marinated in a mustard balsamic vinegar dressing
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Total Time 15 mins
    Course Salad, Salad dressing
    Cuisine continental, Mediterranean
    Servings 2 people

    Ingredients
      

    For Mustard Balasamic Vinegar Marinade

    • 1 tablespoon Mustard paste
    • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
    • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
    • 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
    • ⅛ teaspoon salt

    For Persimmon Mozzarella Salad

    • 3 Fuyu Persimmons sliced
    • 1.5 cups Mozzarella Cheese 2 mozzarella balls, sliced
    • 3 cups lettuce Washed, dried, shredded
    • a few Rocket/ Arugula leaves
    • 2 tablespoons Cranberries

    Instructions
     

    To make the Mustard Balsamic Vinegar Dressing

    • The dressing can be made a day or two in advance and stored in the fridge. Pour mustard and balsamic vinegar into a jar. Add pepper, salt, and shake it well. Add the olive oil and shake some more. Keep in the fridge till required.

    To make the Persimmon Mozzarella Salad

    • Slice the mozzarella into chunks and put them in a bag along with 2 tablespoons of marinade/ dressing. Shake the bag well till all the slices are covered with the marinade. Empty the bag into a bowl, cover and place in the fridge till required.
    • Wash the persimmons, cut out the stem and slice the fruit- cubes, thin crescent shapes, whatever you like best. I have not peeled the persimmon as they were quite edible, but you may if you wish - they are quite easy to peel with a peeler.
    • Wash and dry the lettuce and arugula in a salad spinner or with a kitchen towel. Shred and arrange the lettuce on a serving plate. Place the sliced persimmon on the lettuce. Remove the marinated mozzarella from the fridge and arrange on the plate. Shred and add the arugula leaves. Place the cranberries on the plate.
    • Drizzle the dressing on to the salad, sprinkle fresh ground pepper. Your salad is ready!
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    1. Sasmita says

      January 10, 2019 at 6:49 pm

      Persimmon Mozzarella Salad looks so so inviting di !!! Love the capture here as well. SO refreshing post too :0

      Reply
      • Sujata Shukla says

        January 10, 2019 at 8:52 pm

        Thank you Sasmita. It was one of the most delicious salads I have had!

        Reply
    2. Veena Krishnakumar says

      December 21, 2018 at 11:22 am

      I love salads and this one looks so colourful and delicious. Lovely capture

      Reply
      • Sujata Shukla says

        December 21, 2018 at 12:34 pm

        Thank you, Veena! Its amazing the fresh fruits and cheese we easily get at Bangalore nowadays, brings out the creativity in me!

        Reply
    3. poonampagar says

      December 17, 2018 at 6:42 pm

      The blend of fresh fruit with cheese sounds so refreshing and flavorful di ! The salad looks stunning and I am sure this will vanish in no time at a potluck .

      Reply
      • Sujata Shukla says

        December 17, 2018 at 8:24 pm

        Thank you so much, Poonam. This is indeed a tasty salad

        Reply
    4. Mildlyindian (@mildlyindian) says

      December 17, 2018 at 8:05 am

      Superb share. I love the salads at a potluck, they are always vibrant and give me enough stisfaction of wellshared treats. the custrrd like feel of persimon with the absolutey flavourfull dressing yumm. dont start with that beauty... mozarella. So perfect.

      Reply
      • Sujata Shukla says

        December 17, 2018 at 11:59 am

        Thank you Seema! I really liked this hassle free salad. And the mustard balsamic dressing gave the cheese such a zing!

        Reply
    5. Preethicuisine says

      December 16, 2018 at 3:26 pm

      Love this healthy , refreshing and colourful salad. Fantastic share .

      Reply
    6. FoodTrails says

      December 15, 2018 at 7:17 pm

      This salad plate looks so refreshing and inviting.. I loved the marinade for mozzarella with the zing of mustard in it. Awesome share!!

      Reply
    7. sizzlingtastebuds says

      December 14, 2018 at 5:13 pm

      I saw these fruits in the market recently but was wary of trying them out. You have given me a reason to, especially with that vineigerette. My husband is a huge fan of salads and would love this new recipe 🙂

      Reply
      • Sujata Shukla says

        December 14, 2018 at 8:21 pm

        Thank you so much. This is the first year I am seeing Persimmon available in almost every store. Haven't really noticed them in the past! And Im glad as it makes for a lovely winter salad.

        Reply
    8. Vidya Narayan says

      December 14, 2018 at 12:30 pm

      I adore fruits with salads and always make it a point to add both equal quantities since I like a bit of sweet with my salad leaves. I loved the dressing you made from scratch and must have tasted delicious. Loved the suggestions for the variations and moz in salads makes life worth it!

      Reply
      • Sujata Shukla says

        December 14, 2018 at 8:20 pm

        Yes, specially with salad greens like arugula/ rocket which are slightly bitter, and the fruit offsets this! The dressing really gave life to the plain cheese!

        Reply
    9. mayurisjikoni says

      December 14, 2018 at 2:19 am

      If you were to bring this salad at a potluck party which I'm attending, I think I would finish all of it. Its so filling, refreshing and an amalgamation of wonderful, flavorful ingredients.

      Reply
      • Sujata Shukla says

        December 14, 2018 at 8:18 pm

        Thank you Mayuri! Fresh fruits and cheese make such a great combination!

        Reply
    10. Batter Up With Sujata says

      December 11, 2018 at 8:18 pm

      Salad looks so colourful, healthy, delicious and gorgeous. Awesome share. Perfect for the theme.

      Reply
      • Sujata Shukla says

        December 13, 2018 at 1:03 pm

        Thank you so much, Sujata Roy!

        Reply
    11. themadscientistskitchen says

      December 10, 2018 at 7:58 pm

      I loooooove salads!!! This salad is something I will kill for. Okay kill is drastic but it sounds looks and I am sure will taste amazing. Pass the plate girl ....

      Reply
      • HMB Support says

        December 10, 2018 at 8:16 pm

        Thank you, Archana! Yes this salad did come out pretty special!

        Reply
    12. The Girl Next Door says

      December 10, 2018 at 4:48 pm

      The salad looks so pretty and colourful, and delicious too. Awesome share! 🙂

      Reply
      • HMB Support says

        December 10, 2018 at 8:15 pm

        Thank you Priya!

        Reply

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