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Cucumber Caprese Salad

Cucumber Caprese Salad: The Ultimate Summer Refreshment

Cucumber Caprese Salad is a no-cook delight combining fresh cucumbers, sweet tomatoes, and creamy mozzarella, perfect for summer.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 large English Cucumber Or 2 Persian cucumbers
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Pearls Substitute with regular mozzarella cubes if needed
  • 1/4 medium Red Onion Thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Basil Leaves Torn just before serving
For the Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Use high-quality oil
  • 2 tablespoons Balsamic Glaze
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Or to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly cracked, or to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Optional

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • cutting board
  • Knife
  • salad tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Thinly slice the English cucumber into rounds, about ¼ inch thick. Halve the cherry tomatoes.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, halved cherry tomatoes, mozzarella pearls, thinly sliced red onion, and torn basil leaves.
  3. Drizzle extra virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze over the salad. Season with salt and black pepper.
  4. Gently toss the salad to coat all ingredients with the dressing.
  5. Serve immediately or chill in the fridge for 15-30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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