Fresh Cucumber Caprese Salad: A Refreshing Twist for Your Table
A vibrant and fresh Cucumber Caprese Salad that brings a refreshing twist to your table, 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 medium cucumbers
- 1 pound fresh mozzarella cheese
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Slice the cucumbers into rounds.
- Cut the mozzarella into bite-sized pieces.
- Halve the cherry tomatoes.
- In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, mozzarella, and cherry tomatoes.
- Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and olive oil.
- Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss everything gently until well combined.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
Notes
- This salad can be made ahead of time; just add the basil before serving.
- Feel free to substitute with heirloom tomatoes for more color.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Cucumber, Caprese, Salad, Fresh, Summer