Fresh Cucumber Caprese Salad: A Healthy Twist You’ll Love
Experience a fresh take on a classic favorite with this delightful Fresh Cucumber Caprese Salad. It’s a perfect blend of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large cucumbers
- 1 pound fresh mozzarella cheese
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash the cucumbers and slice them into thin rounds.
- Cut the mozzarella cheese into bite-sized cubes.
- Halve the cherry tomatoes.
- In a large bowl, combine the cucumbers, mozzarella, and tomatoes.
- Chop the basil leaves and add them to the salad.
- Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- This salad is best served fresh but can also be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Feel free to add your favorite herbs for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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