Fresh Cucumber Caprese Salad: The Best Twist for Hot Days
A refreshing take on a classic salad, perfect for hot summer days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large cucumbers
- 1 pound fresh mozzarella cheese
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Slice the cucumbers into rounds and place in a large bowl.
- Cut the mozzarella into bite-sized pieces and add to the bowl.
- Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the mixture.
- Tear the basil leaves and sprinkle them over the salad.
- Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and olive oil.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss gently to combine all ingredients.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider marinating the ingredients for a few hours before serving.
- This salad can be customized with your favorite herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Fresh Cucumber Caprese Salad, summer salad, refreshing salad