Description
Bright, colorful, and bursting with flavor, this Cucumber Caprese Salad is the perfect dish for summer gatherings or a quick, healthy snack. With crunchy cucumbers, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil drizzled with balsamic vinegar and olive oil, every bite delivers a delightful experience. This easy-to-make salad not only looks beautiful but also brings back memories of sun-kissed afternoons spent outdoors. Impress your guests with this crowd-pleaser that’s as satisfying as it is refreshing.
Ingredients
- 2 large fresh cucumbers, sliced
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash the cucumbers and basil leaves thoroughly. Slice the cucumbers into thin rounds.
- In a large bowl, combine cucumber slices with mozzarella balls and toss gently.
- Add torn basil leaves into the mixture to release their aromatic oils.
- Drizzle olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the salad, then season with salt and pepper. Stir gently until well-coated.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg