Fresh Cucumber Caprese Salad: A Refreshing Twist for Summer
Enjoy a delightful and refreshing twist on a classic dish with this Fresh Cucumber Caprese Salad, perfect for hot summer days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large cucumbers
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 3 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Slice the cucumbers into rounds and arrange them on a platter.
- Halve the cherry tomatoes and scatter them over the cucumbers.
- Cut the mozzarella into bite-sized pieces and add to the salad.
- Tuck in fresh basil leaves among the vegetables.
- Drizzle balsamic glaze and olive oil over the salad.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Toss gently to combine and serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a dash of oregano or fresh garlic.
- Serve immediately for the best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Cucumber, Caprese, Salad, Fresh, Summer