Description
Experience the refreshing taste of summer with this Fresh Cucumber Caprese Salad. This vibrant dish features crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and creamy mozzarella, all tossed in a zesty olive oil and balsamic dressing. Perfect for summer gatherings, picnics, or as a light meal, this salad is not only quick to prepare but also packed with nutrients. In just 10 minutes, you can create a colorful and flavorful salad that will impress your guests and elevate any mealtime. Enjoy it as a side dish or on its own – it’s a versatile recipe that highlights the beauty of fresh ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cucumber
- 1½ cups cherry tomatoes
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella
- ½ large red onion
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon dried basil
- Pinch salt
- Pinch pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing by whisking together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Peel and fork-score the cucumber before slicing it thinly and dicing into bite-sized pieces.
- Quarter the cherry tomatoes and chop the red onion into small pieces.
- In a large mixing bowl, add diced cucumber, quartered tomatoes, chopped onion, and fresh mozzarella.
- Pour the dressing over the mixture and gently toss until well combined.
- Serve immediately for optimal flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg