Easy Side Dishes: Refreshing Cucumber Caprese Salad Delight
Enjoy a refreshing cucumber caprese salad that’s perfect for any occasion. This easy side dish is light, flavorful, and sure to impress your guests.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large cucumbers
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella, cubed
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and slice the cucumbers.
- Halve the cherry tomatoes.
- In a large bowl, combine the cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil.
- Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and olive oil, then season with salt and pepper.
- Toss gently to mix everything together.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of Italian seasoning.
- Feel free to add avocado for a creamier texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Easy Side Dishes, Cucumber Caprese Salad