Description
A simple and refreshing salad featuring cucumbers, tomatoes, and mozzarella.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large cucumber, sliced
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced or cubed
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine sliced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, and mozzarella in a large bowl.
- Add torn basil leaves.
- Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- For a tangier flavor, add a splash of red wine vinegar.
- You can substitute fresh mozzarella pearls for sliced mozzarella.
- Add grilled chicken or shrimp for a more substantial meal.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cucumber caprese salad, easy salad, tomato mozzarella salad, basil salad, no cook salad, summer salad, quick salad