Description
Cucumber Caprese Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish that brings the flavors of summer to your table. With crunchy cucumbers, sweet cherry tomatoes, and creamy mozzarella, this salad creates a delightful balance of textures and tastes. Drizzled with balsamic glaze and extra virgin olive oil, it’s perfect for outdoor gatherings or as a light meal. Quick to prepare and visually stunning, this salad will impress guests and brighten up any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium firm cucumbers (sliced)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves (torn)
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash the cucumbers and cherry tomatoes thoroughly. Slice the cucumbers into thin rounds.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cucumber slices, halved cherry tomatoes, and mozzarella balls. Gently toss together.
- Add torn basil leaves to the mixture and stir gently.
- Drizzle balsamic glaze over the salad followed by extra virgin olive oil.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste; mix lightly.
- Serve immediately on a platter or individual plates.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg