Description
Fresh Cucumber Caprese Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish that beautifully combines crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and creamy mozzarella. Perfect for summer gatherings or casual dinners, this salad takes just 10 minutes to prepare, making it an ideal choice for busy days. With its colorful presentation and delightful flavors, it’s sure to impress your guests. This guilt-free recipe is not only easy to make but also versatile enough to accompany grilled meats or stand alone as a light lunch. Enjoy the garden-fresh taste of this classic Italian-inspired salad that celebrates the essence of summer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cucumber, peeled and sliced
- 1½ cups cherry tomatoes, quartered
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella, diced
- ½ large red onion, finely chopped
- 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, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
- Prepare the vegetables: slice the cucumber thinly and chop the cherry tomatoes and red onion.
- Add the cucumber, tomatoes, mozzarella, and onion to the bowl with dressing. Toss gently until coated.
- Serve immediately or chill for about 30 minutes before serving for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg