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Tomato mozzarella salad with roasted cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and balsamic glaze on a white plate.

BJ’s Tomato Mozzarella Salad Recipe (Copycat)

This easy and flavorful copycat of BJ’s Tomato Mozzarella Salad features juicy roasted cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella medallions, crisp spring greens, and a rich balsamic glaze. It’s restaurant-quality taste made simple at home, perfect as a light lunch, elegant starter, or customizable main course.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Appetizer, Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine American, Italian-American
Servings 3 people
Calories 280 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Baking Sheet Lined with parchment for roasting
  • 1 Mixing Bowl For tossing tomatoes
  • 1 Serving platter Or individual salad bowls
  • 1 Knife For slicing mozzarella if needed

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes Grape tomatoes work too
  • 1 tbsp olive oil For roasting
  • 1 pinch sea salt
  • 1 pinch black pepper Freshly cracked
  • 4 cups spring mix Or use arugula or baby greens
  • 8 oz fresh mozzarella Medallions pearls, or sliced
  • to taste balsamic glaze Store-bought or homemade
  • Optional Add-ins:
  • 1/2 whole avocado Sliced or cubed
  • 1/4 cup red onion Thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp toasted pine nuts For crunch
  • grilled chicken Optional protein
  • grilled shrimp Optional protein

Instructions
 

  • Roast the Tomatoes:
  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss cherry tomatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a parchment-lined baking sheet and roast for 20–25 minutes until blistered. Let cool slightly.
  • Prep the Base:
  • Arrange spring mix on a large serving platter or divide into individual salad bowls.
  • Add the Mozzarella:
  • Layer fresh mozzarella medallions or pearls evenly over the greens.
  • Top with Tomatoes:
  • Spoon the roasted tomatoes over the salad, including some of the flavorful juices.
  • Drizzle and Finish:
  • Drizzle with balsamic glaze and a touch of extra virgin olive oil. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve:
  • Enjoy immediately as a side dish, light entrée, or add grilled protein for a complete meal.

Notes

  • For meal prep, store tomatoes, mozzarella, and greens separately and assemble just before serving.
  • This salad is naturally gluten-free and vegetarian.
  • For a vegan version, substitute dairy-free mozzarella and ensure the balsamic glaze is honey-free.
Keyword balsamic salad, BJ’s salad copycat, easy summer salad, roasted tomato salad, tomato mozzarella salad