Easy SIDE DISHES: Refreshing Cucumber Caprese Salad Delight
A light and easy side dish perfect for any meal. This cucumber caprese salad features fresh ingredients and vibrant flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 15 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 balls
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 3 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and slice cucumbers into rounds.
- Cut cherry tomatoes in half.
- In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil.
- Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to enhance flavors.
Notes
- For a variation, add avocado slices.
- Great served chilled on a hot day.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Cucumber, Caprese, Salad, Easy Side Dishes