Description
Fresh Cucumber Caprese Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that perfectly captures the essence of summer. Combining crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant herbs, this salad is not only easy to prepare but also bursting with flavor. Ideal for summer gatherings, potlucks, or casual lunches, it offers a delightful balance of textures and colors that will impress your guests. In just 10 minutes, you can whip up this nutritious salad that’s both satisfying and healthy. Serve it as a standalone dish or alongside grilled meats for a complete meal that celebrates fresh ingredients.
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
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing by whisking together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Chop the cucumber into thin rounds and dice them; halve the cherry tomatoes; chop the red onion.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella (cut into bite-sized pieces), and red onion.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently until evenly coated. Serve immediately or chill briefly for extra freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg