Cucumber Caprese Salad: The Best Fresh Twist on a Classic
A refreshing take on the classic Caprese salad featuring crunchy cucumbers along with tomatoes and mozzarella.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salads
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 large cucumbers
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella balls
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash the cucumbers and slice them into half-moons.
- Halve the cherry tomatoes.
- In a large bowl, combine the cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, and mozzarella balls.
- Chop the fresh basil and add it to the bowl.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze and olive oil, then season with salt and pepper.
- Toss everything gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or chill for 15 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a vegan option, substitute mozzarella with avocado or tofu.
- Chill the salad for a more refreshing bite.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Cucumber Caprese Salad, Salad, Fresh Salad, Vegetarian