Fresh Cucumber Caprese Salad with Turkey Bacon for a Refreshing Twist
A refreshing and unique take on the classic Caprese salad, featuring cucumbers and turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large cucumbers
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the turkey bacon in a skillet until crispy, then chop.
- Slice cucumbers and mozzarella into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, tomatoes, mozzarella, turkey bacon, and basil.
- In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately for the best flavor.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the salad for 30 minutes before serving.
- Try adding avocado for creaminess.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Fresh Cucumber Caprese Salad, salad, healthy recipe