Juicy Cucumber Caprese Salad
A refreshing and vibrant salad featuring crunchy cucumbers, sweet cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and aromatic basil, drizzled with a zesty dressing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large cucumbers, sliced
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls
- Handful of fresh basil leaves
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Slice the cucumbers into rounds.
- Halve the cherry tomatoes.
- In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, halved cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, and fresh basil leaves.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use the freshest ingredients for the best flavor. Store the dressing separately to avoid sogginess if making ahead.
Find it online: https://www.cookiva.net/juicy-cucumber-caprese-salad/