Cucumber Caprese Salad: The Refreshing Twist You Need Today
This Cucumber Caprese Salad is a perfect, refreshing dish for any occasion, combining the classic flavors of Caprese salad with crunchy cucumbers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salads
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large cucumbers
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and slice the cucumbers into thin rounds.
- Halve the cherry tomatoes and mozzarella balls.
- In a large bowl, combine the cucumbers, tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil leaves.
- Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar, then season with salt and pepper.
- Toss gently to combine all ingredients.
- Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the salad for a few hours before serving.
- You can substitute balsamic vinegar with lemon juice for a different twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg