Description
This fresh cucumber Caprese salad is a delightful and refreshing twist on the traditional Caprese. Packed with crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze, it’s the perfect light dish for a warm summer day.
Ingredients
2 large cucumbers, sliced
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini), halved
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, halved cherry tomatoes, and mozzarella balls.
- Gently toss in the torn basil leaves.
- Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and toss again to combine.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for 10-15 minutes for a chilled version.
Notes
For a different twist, try adding a little lemon juice or swapping the balsamic glaze for red wine vinegar.
If making ahead, keep the balsamic glaze separate until just before serving.
If you’d like to make it vegan, swap mozzarella for a plant-based alternative or omit it completely.
To make balsamic glaze at home, simmer balsamic vinegar in a saucepan over low heat until it thickens into a syrupy consistency. Add honey or sugar for sweetness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
