Description
This Fresh Cucumber Caprese Salad is a refreshing, crunchy twist on the classic Caprese. Made with cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella pearls, and basil, this easy no-cook salad is perfect for summer. Dressed with olive oil and balsamic glaze, it’s a healthy, gluten-free vegetarian recipe bursting with Mediterranean flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large cucumber
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella pearls
- 1 handful fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 teaspoons balsamic glaze
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Slice cucumber into thin rounds or half-moons and place in a mixing bowl.
- Halve the cherry tomatoes and add to the bowl.
- Add mozzarella pearls (or torn chunks of fresh mozzarella).
- Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and toss gently.
- Tear basil leaves and add them in. Toss again lightly.
- Just before serving, drizzle balsamic glaze over the top.
- Serve immediately or chill for 15 minutes before enjoying.
Notes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg