Description
Fresh Cucumber Caprese Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that encapsulates the essence of summer in every bite. This salad features crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and creamy mozzarella, all tossed together with a light balsamic vinaigrette. Perfect for barbecues, picnics, or as a healthy side dish, it’s quick to prepare and sure to impress your guests. With its bright colors and delightful flavors, this salad not only serves as a feast for the eyes but is also packed with nutrients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cucumber (peeled and diced)
- 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes (quartered)
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella (cubed)
- 0.5 large red onion (chopped)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- 1 tbsp dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Dice the cucumber after peeling and fork-scoring it for better texture.
- Quarter the cherry tomatoes and chop the red onion into small pieces.
- Combine the diced cucumber, quartered tomatoes, mozzarella, and red onion in the bowl with the dressing. Toss gently until well coated.
- Serve immediately for the best flavor or refrigerate for up to one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg