Description
This Fresh Cucumber Caprese Salad is a refreshing twist on the classic, combining the crispness of cucumbers with the vibrant flavors of basil, cherry tomatoes, and mozzarella in a light marinade.
Ingredients
Scale
1 tbsp dried basil
1 tbsp dried oregano
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
Pinch salt
Pinch pepper
Optional: fresh basil leaves
½ large red onion
1½ cups cherry tomatoes
8 oz fresh mozzarella
1 cucumber
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the dried basil, dried oregano, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, chopped red onion, and mozzarella balls.
- Pour the marinade over the salad ingredients and gently toss to combine, ensuring everything is well coated.
- Let the salad sit for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Before serving, garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired.
Notes
For a more intense flavor, let the salad marinate in the refrigerator for an hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (~1 cup)
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 260 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
Keywords: Fresh Cucumber Caprese Salad, cucumber salad, caprese salad, summer salad, fresh ingredients