Ingredients

1 pint (about 11 ounces after draining) bocconcini 

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 

1/4 teaspoon red-pepper flakes 

1 tablespoon minced fresh chives, or chopped parsley 

Coarse salt and ground pepper 

Preparation

In a large bowl, combine ingredients and season with salt and pepper.

Marinate in a bowl at room temperature until ready to serve, at least 20 minutes and up to 2 hours.