Description
Fresh Cucumber Caprese Salad is a delightful symphony of summer flavors that transforms the humble salad into a star dish. Bursting with the freshness of crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and creamy mozzarella, this salad is not only visually appealing but also incredibly refreshing. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or as a light dinner option, it’s an easy recipe that can be whipped up in just 10 minutes. The vibrant colors and harmonious blend of ingredients make it an impressive addition to any gathering. Enjoy this healthy, flavorful dish that captures the essence of summer in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cucumber (peeled, fork-scored, thinly sliced)
- 1½ cups cherry tomatoes (quartered)
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella (cubed)
- ½ large red onion (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Prepare the vegetables: Peel and fork-score the cucumber before slicing it thinly; quarter the cherry tomatoes; chop the red onion.
- In the mixing bowl, combine diced cucumber, quartered tomatoes, cubed mozzarella, and chopped red onion.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
- Serve immediately for maximum freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg