Fresh Cucumber Caprese Salad: A Juicy Twist on a Classic Delight
Enjoy a refreshing and vibrant fresh cucumber caprese salad that adds a unique twist to the traditional dish.
- 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 balls
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and slice the cucumbers into rounds.
- In a large bowl, combine the cucumber slices, mozzarella balls, and cherry tomatoes.
- Toss with fresh basil leaves.
- Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and olive oil.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Gently toss to combine all ingredients.
- Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes for enhanced flavors.
Notes
- Add additional herbs like oregano for extra flavor.
- This salad pairs well with grilled chicken or fish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Fresh Cucumber Caprese Salad, Cucumber Salad, Caprese Salad, Summer Salad