Description
Experience a refreshing twist on the classic Caprese with this Fresh Cucumber Caprese Salad. Perfect for summer gatherings, picnics, or as a light lunch, this salad combines crunchy cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and creamy mozzarella, all drizzled with a simple herb-infused dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cucumber
- 1½ cups cherry tomatoes
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella
- ½ large red onion
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon dried basil
- Pinch salt
- Pinch pepper
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
- Dice the cucumber, quarter the cherry tomatoes, and chop the red onion on a cutting board.
- In a large bowl, combine the diced cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, and mozzarella balls.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss until well coated.
- Transfer to a serving platter and enjoy immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg