Fresh Cucumber Caprese Salad: A Refreshing Twist on Tradition
Enjoy a fresh and vibrant take on the classic Caprese salad with this refreshing cucumber variation.
- 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
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground pepper to taste
Instructions
- Slice the cucumbers into thick rounds.
- Cut the mozzarella into slices or balls.
- Halve the cherry tomatoes.
- In a serving dish, layer the cucumber, mozzarella, and cherry tomatoes alternately.
- Tear the basil leaves and scatter them on top.
- Drizzle balsamic vinegar and olive oil over the salad.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
- This salad is best served fresh but can be prepared in advance and kept in the fridge.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Fresh Cucumber Caprese Salad, salad, cucumber salad, Caprese