Cucumber Caprese Salad: The Best Fresh Twist for Your Home Table
A refreshing take on a classic Caprese salad featuring crisp cucumbers, fresh mozzarella, and juicy 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 cup cherry tomatoes
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella balls
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Slice the cucumbers into rounds.
- Halve the cherry tomatoes.
- In a bowl, combine cucumbers, tomatoes, and mozzarella.
- Chop the basil leaves and add to the mixture.
- Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and olive oil.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss gently to combine.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the salad for 30 minutes before serving.
- Great as a side dish or a light meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Cucumber Caprese Salad, fresh salad, summer salad, Caprese twist