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Fresh Cucumber Caprese Salad

Fresh Cucumber Caprese Salad: Refreshing Summer Delight

Enjoy this Fresh Cucumber Caprese Salad, a perfect blend of crunch, juiciness, and creaminess that celebrates summer flavors.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 English Cucumber providing crunch; use English cucumbers for the best texture.
  • 1.5 cups Cherry Tomatoes adds sweetness and juiciness; any small tomato variety works.
  • 8 oz Fresh Mozzarella provides creaminess; substitute with feta if preferred.
  • 0.5 Red Onion chopped; offers slight pungency, omit if not preferred.
  • Fresh Basil Leaves for garnish and added flavor.
For the Marinade
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil adds richness; avocado oil is an alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Balsamic Vinegar provides acidity and sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano enhances flavor; use fresh oregano for vibrancy.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Basil adds aromatic depth; consider fresh basil.
  • Salt & Pepper to taste.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a small mixing bowl, combine olive oil, balsamic vinegar, oregano, dried basil, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Whisk thoroughly until emulsified.
  2. Peel the cucumber, score the sides with a fork, slice thinly, then dice into small pieces.
  3. Add quartered cherry tomatoes and chopped red onion (if using) into the bowl with the diced cucumber. Stir gently.
  4. Slice mozzarella into bite-sized pieces and fold them into the vegetable mixture.
  5. Drizzle the marinade over the salad, toss gently to combine without breaking the mozzarella.
  6. Let the salad rest at room temperature for about 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Salting cucumber slices ahead of time helps draw out moisture for better texture. Pat mozzarella dry before cutting to minimize liquid.

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