Source: liverfoundation.org

Presentation

Second course consisting of mozzarella, basil, tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil, salt

Ingredients
for 1 serving

1/2 lb (about 227 g) fresh mozzarella cheese (about 3 small round balls)
15 fresh basil leaves
15 cherry tomatoes
3 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
Skewers
Salt-free seasoning

Method

In order, assemble cheese, basil and tomato on the skewer

About 3 tomatoes, 3 mozzarella balls and 3 basil leaves per skewer.

The ingredients should make 5 skewers.

Sprinkle olive oil on the assembled skewer and, if desired, add some unsalted seasoning.

Serve

Allergens

Basil: possible cross-reaction in case of allergy to parietaria or spices

Mozzarella: milk allergens

Extra virgin olive oil: unusual allergy; intolerance not described

Tomatoes: possible cross-reaction in case of sensitivity to grasses

Notes

To be prepared and handled under strict hygienic conditions.

The ingredients of the dish bring the following benefits:

Basil: rich in carotenoids, substances that support the immune system and provide mineral salts, vitamins and antioxidants that act to protect the cardiovascular system; also suitable for nephropathic patients. Useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants. It provides folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression

Buffalo mozzarella: one of the few cheeses that can be included in a low-calorie diet (if not seasoned with oil), low-sodium (therefore against hypertension) and against hypercholesterolemia. Also rich in lactic flora. The presence of tryptophan helps to counteract depression

Extra virgin olive oil: source of Vitamin E that protects the immune system from harmful fatty acids

Tomato: rich in vitamin C, the antioxidant par excellence that fights free radicals and supports the immune system, and provides mineral salts, vitamins and antioxidants that act to protect the cardiovascular system; also suitable for nephropathic patients. Useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants. Especially if consumed with the peel, it provides folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression

Salt: essential for the balance of body fluids and for the transmission of nerve impulses, it is however to be consumed respecting the limit of 5 g per day according to the indications of the WHO so as not to promote arterial hypertension and consequent increase in the risk of cardio-cerebrovascular diseases starting from myocardial infarction and cerebral stroke; to be limited as much as possible in the case of nephropathy.

Safety / Intended use

Product that can also be used in the case of:

• Diarrhea
• Constipation
• Xerostomia (dry mouth)
• Mucositis (inflammation and injury of the cavity)

Not recommended in case of:

• Dysphagia (problems chewing and swallowing)