Fresh Cucumber Caprese Salad: A Refreshing Twist for Summer
A light and refreshing take on the classic Caprese salad, perfect for summer gatherings.
- 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 cup cherry tomatoes
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground pepper to taste
Instructions
- Slice the cucumbers into thin rounds.
- Halve the cherry tomatoes.
- Cut the mozzarella into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine the cucumbers, tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil.
- Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar, then season with salt and pepper.
- Toss gently to combine and serve immediately.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider marinating the salad in the fridge for 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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