Description
Indulge in the refreshing flavors of summer with this Healthy Cucumber Caprese Salad. This vibrant dish combines crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and creamy mozzarella, all drizzled with tangy balsamic vinegar and rich olive oil. Perfect as a light lunch or elegant side dish, this salad is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that showcases the beauty of fresh ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash cucumbers and cherry tomatoes under cold water. Slice cucumbers into thin rounds and halve the cherry tomatoes.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine sliced cucumbers, halved cherry tomatoes, and mozzarella balls. Toss gently to mix.
- Add torn basil leaves to the bowl to enhance flavor.
- Drizzle balsamic vinegar and olive oil over the salad. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then toss again to combine.
- Serve immediately for maximum freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg