Fresh Cucumber Caprese Salad: A Light and Refreshing Twist
A delightful salad combining fresh cucumbers, tomatoes, basil, mozzarella, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups sliced cucumbers
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine sliced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, and fresh basil.
- Drizzle balsamic glaze and olive oil over the salad.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss gently to combine all ingredients.
- Serve immediately for the best flavor.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the cucumbers in salt for 10 minutes before assembling the salad.
- Try adding avocado for a creamier texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Cucumber Salad, Caprese, Summer Salad, Fresh Salad