Description
Fresh Cucumber Caprese Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that perfectly embodies the essence of summer. With its crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and creamy mozzarella, this salad not only delights the palate but also adds a splash of color to any table. Tossed in a light dressing of olive oil and balsamic vinegar, it’s an easy-to-make recipe ideal for summer gatherings, picnics, or as a healthy side dish. This salad takes just minutes to prepare and is sure to be a crowd-pleaser at your next barbecue or party.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cucumber
- 1½ cups cherry tomatoes
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella
- ½ large red onion
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Dried oregano for seasoning
- Dried basil for seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, dried herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Chop the cucumber into thin slices and dice them. Quarter the cherry tomatoes and chop the red onion.
- In a large bowl, combine the diced cucumber, quartered tomatoes, chopped onion, and mozzarella.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg