Description
Indulge in the freshness of summer with this delightful Fresh Cucumber Caprese Salad. Bursting with vibrant colors and flavors, this salad combines crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and a zesty dressing that makes every bite a taste sensation. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or simply as a light lunch, it’s quick to prepare in just 10 minutes. Its refreshing ingredients are not only visually appealing but also packed with nutrients, making it a healthy choice for any occasion. Impress your guests or treat yourself to this easy yet delicious dish that epitomizes summer eating.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cucumber, peeled, fork-scored, and thinly sliced, then diced
- 1½ cups cherry tomatoes, cut into quarters
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella
- ½ large red onion, chopped into small pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon dried basil
- Pinch salt
- Pinch pepper
Instructions
- Whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Peel and fork-score the cucumber before slicing thinly; chop cherry tomatoes into quarters and dice the red onion.
- In the same bowl, combine cucumber, tomatoes, mozzarella, and onion; gently toss until evenly coated with dressing.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to an hour for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg