Description
Cucumber Caprese Salad is a refreshing blend of crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and creamy mozzarella, drizzled with balsamic glaze and olive oil. This vibrant salad is perfect for summer gatherings or light lunches, delivering a delightful taste of Italy in every bite. Easy to prepare without cooking, it’s an impressive dish that brings color and flavor to any table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh cucumbers, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash the cucumbers and tomatoes thoroughly.
- Slice the cucumbers into thick rounds and halve the cherry tomatoes.
- In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, and mozzarella balls. Toss gently.
- Add torn basil leaves to the mixture.
- Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze. Season with salt and pepper.
- Toss gently again to mix all ingredients well.
- Serve immediately or chill briefly before enjoying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 15mg