Description
Fresh Cucumber Caprese Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that perfectly captures the essence of summer. This delightful salad combines crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and a zesty dressing, making it an ideal addition to picnics, barbecues, or light lunches. In just 10 minutes, you can whip up this crowd-pleaser that not only tantalizes the taste buds but also presents beautifully. The combination of fresh ingredients ensures each bite bursts with flavor and nutrition. Whether served as a side dish or a light main course, this salad is sure to impress guests and family alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cucumber
- 1½ cups cherry tomatoes
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella
- ½ large red onion
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon dried basil
- Pinch salt
- Pinch pepper
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
- Slice the cucumber thinly and chop the cherry tomatoes and red onion into small pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine diced cucumber, quartered tomatoes, chopped onion, and mozzarella.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg