Cucumber Caprese Salad Recipe
A refreshing and light Cucumber Caprese Salad featuring crisp English cucumber, fresh mozzarella pearls, juicy grape tomatoes, and aromatic basil, all dressed with a tangy balsamic vinaigrette. Perfect as a quick appetizer or a healthy side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 1 English cucumber
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella pearls (drained)
- 2 cups grape tomatoes
- 1/3 cup fresh chopped basil
Dressing
- 1/3 cup balsamic vinaigrette
Instructions
- Prepare the Cucumber: Slice the cucumber in half lengthwise, then slice each half again lengthwise, creating quarters. Chop these quarters into bite-sized pieces for a perfect texture and easy eating.
- Combine Main Ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, add the chopped cucumber, fresh mozzarella pearls, and grape tomatoes, ensuring all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Add Fresh Basil and Dressing: Sprinkle the chopped basil over the salad and pour in the balsamic vinaigrette. Stir gently to combine all flavors without crushing the delicate mozzarella pearls.
- Serve or Refrigerate: Serve the salad immediately for best freshness or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve, allowing the flavors to meld slightly.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh and ripe tomatoes and basil.
- Draining the mozzarella pearls well prevents excess moisture in the salad.
- You can substitute balsamic vinaigrette with a homemade mixture of balsamic vinegar and olive oil if preferred.
- This salad is best served chilled but not frozen.
- Adjust the amount of dressing to taste depending on preference.
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