Description
A refreshing salad featuring crisp cucumbers, ripe tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and fragrant basil, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 Fresh Cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 2–3 Ripe Tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup Fresh Mozzarella Cheese, cubed
- 1 cup Fresh Basil Leaves
- 3 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 tablespoon Balsamic Vinegar
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: Wash cucumbers and tomatoes. Slice cucumbers and chop tomatoes.
- Slice the Cheese: Cut mozzarella into bite-sized pieces.
- Assemble the Salad: Layer cucumbers, tomatoes, and mozzarella in a bowl. Add fresh basil leaves.
- Season: Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar, add salt and pepper.
- Toss Gently: Combine the ingredients carefully to preserve mozzarella.
- Serve Immediately: Enjoy the salad right away for the best flavor.
Notes
Use the freshest ingredients for the best flavor. Allow the salad to sit briefly for the flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Cucumber Salad, Caprese, Summer Salad, Easy Salad, Fresh Ingredients, Italian Cuisine