Fresh Cucumber Caprese Salad: A Refreshing Twist for Your Table
A delightful combination of fresh cucumbers, mozzarella, and tomatoes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large cucumbers
- 1 pound mozzarella balls
- 1 pound cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Slice cucumbers and halved cherry tomatoes.
- In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil.
- Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
- Toss gently to combine and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve immediately, or chill for 30 minutes to enhance flavors.
Notes
- This salad is best served fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Feel free to add other ingredients like avocado or red onion for variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Fresh Cucumber Caprese Salad