Juicy Cucumber Caprese Salad
A refreshing twist on the traditional Caprese salad with crisp cucumbers, sweet cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large cucumbers
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls
- Fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the cucumbers: Slice them into thin rounds and place in a large mixing bowl.
- Add cherry tomatoes and cut them in half, then add to the bowl.
- Incorporate mozzarella balls and basil leaves, tearing basil if needed.
- Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Best served fresh and can be stored separately for a longer shelf life.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Caprese salad, cucumber salad, summer salad, vegetarian salad, easy salad
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