Description
A refreshing twist on the classic Caprese salad, featuring crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and creamy mozzarella.
Ingredients
- Fresh Mozzarella
- Ripe Tomatoes
- Cucumbers
- Fresh Basil
- Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
- Balsamic Vinegar (Optional)
- Salt and Black Pepper
Instructions
- Prep Your Ingredients: Wash your tomatoes, cucumbers, and basil leaves thoroughly.
- Slice the Tomatoes and Mozzarella: Slice tomatoes and mozzarella into thick rounds.
- Slice the Cucumbers: Cut cucumbers into rounds or half-moons.
- Layering the Salad: Layer ingredients on a platter starting with tomato, mozzarella, and cucumber.
- Add Fresh Basil: Tuck fresh basil leaves between the layers.
- Drizzle with Olive Oil: Generously drizzle olive oil over the salad.
- Season: Sprinkle with salt and freshly cracked black pepper. Add balsamic if using.
- Serve Immediately: Best enjoyed fresh from the kitchen.
Notes
To keep the salad vibrant, dress it just before serving and use the freshest ingredients possible.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Caprese salad, cucumber salad, summer salad, fresh ingredients, easy recipe