Description
This Juicy Cucumber Caprese Salad is light, refreshing, and bursting with summer flavor. Fresh cucumbers, creamy mozzarella, and sweet cherry tomatoes come together with basil, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar for the perfect quick salad.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large cucumbers
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Slice the cucumbers into rounds and place them in a large bowl.
- Add the diced mozzarella and halved cherry tomatoes.
- Sprinkle chopped basil over the top.
- Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss gently to combine and serve immediately.
Notes
Use firm, fresh cucumbers for the best crunch. Add red pepper flakes for a little spice or avocado for creaminess. For the freshest flavor, add basil and dressing right before serving. Best enjoyed the same day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 25mg