Marvelous Mozarella Salad & Chips!

This fresh mozzarella and tomato salad with homemade air-fried potato chips is a comforting, satisfying option for anyone navigating IBS and looking to reduce bloating without missing out on flavour.

While many people with IBS find dairy a trigger, mozzarella is one of the milder, lower-lactose cheeses – which means some can tolerate small amounts without issue. If not, a dairy-free soft cheese alternative works just as well here. Juicy tomatoes are full of antioxidants and support digestive health, while a drizzle of olive oil helps reduce inflammation and aids nutrient absorption. The crispy chips are made in the air fryer using minimal oil, giving you that golden crunch without the heaviness of deep-frying.

To finish, a few naughty-but-nice bacon bites, air-fried to reduce fat but still deliver texture and a savoury kick. For a vegan twist, roasted seeds make a delicious, crunchy alternative that’s also rich in gut-friendly nutrients. It’s a gentle, balanced plate that proves comfort food and IBS support can go hand in hand.

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Marvelous Mozarella Salad & Chips!

Course

Salads

Cuisine

Gluten Free

Keyword

IBS Friendly Recipe

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

15 minutes

Servings

1 person

Ingredients

• 1 medium Potato
• 1 Bacon Medalion (or remove the fat from a back bacon slice)
• 1/2 ball Mozarella
• 2 Tomatoes
• 1 cup salad leaves
• 1 Pinch Salt
• 1 pinch Black Pepper
• 1 tsp Olive Oil

Course Salads Cuisine Gluten Free Keyword IBS Friendly Recipe Prep Time 10 minutes Cook Time 15 minutes Servings 1 person Ingredients 1 medium Potato 1 Bacon Medalion (or remove the fat from a back bacon slice) 1/2 ball Mozarella 2 Tomatoes 1 cup salad leaves 1 Pinch Salt 1 pinch Black Pepper 1 tsp Olive Oil

Instructions

1. Wash the potato and either cut into thin slices (less than 1 cm), then make into think chips OR use a 'chip slicer' to create your chip shapes.
2. Get a plastic food bag (I don't often use plastic but this works) and put the oil, salt and pepper in the bag. Then squish it around until mixed. Next carefully add your chips, being sure to coat each one.
3. Add your chips to your air fryer and cook on high for around 15 minutes. Turning occasionally. They should come out crisp and non greasy.
4. Whilst your chips are cooking, prepare your salad, tear the mozzarella, slice your tomatoes and prepare your plate.
5. Cut up your bacon medallion into small pieces and crisp in the air fryer. These can be sprinkled on top of your salad and provide a little savoury protein boost.

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