Description
A refreshing twist on the traditional Caprese salad with cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and mozzarella, perfect for warm weather.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 large cucumber, thinly sliced into half moons
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini), halved
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the halved cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, and mozzarella balls.
- Gently toss the mixture with extra virgin olive oil, salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
- Add the torn basil leaves and mix gently.
- Transfer to a serving dish and drizzle balsamic glaze over the top.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for 15-30 minutes to let flavors meld.
Notes
Best enjoyed fresh. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 1-2 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Cucumber, Caprese, Salad, Healthy, Fresh