Fresh Cucumber Caprese Salad: The Best Twist on a Classic Recipe
A refreshing take on the traditional Caprese salad that uses cucumbers for a crunchy twist.
- 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 cherry tomatoes
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella balls
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and slice the cucumbers into thick rounds.
- Halve the cherry tomatoes.
- In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, tomatoes, and mozzarella.
- Toss with balsamic vinegar and olive oil.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, let the salad sit for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Cucumber Salad, Caprese Salad, Fresh Salad, Summer Recipe