Description
Crisp and refreshing, this Cucumber Caprese Salad brings summer to your plate. Layered with juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and aromatic basil, every bite offers a delightful crunch from the cucumbers. Drizzled with extra virgin olive oil, this vibrant dish is perfect for picnics, barbecues, or elegant dinner parties. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, it’s sure to impress your guests while tantalizing their taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium fresh cucumbers, sliced into rounds
- 2 large ripe tomatoes, chopped
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, cubed
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and slice cucumbers into rounds; chop tomatoes into bite-sized pieces.
- Cube the fresh mozzarella into small pieces.
- In a large bowl, gently combine cucumbers, tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil leaves.
- Drizzle olive oil over the salad and season with salt and pepper. Add balsamic vinegar if desired.
- Serve immediately on a platter for best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg