Description
Fresh Cucumber Caprese Salad is a light, refreshing dish made with crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and a tangy balsamic-herb marinade. Perfect as a side dish or a light meal, this salad comes together quickly and is full of fresh, vibrant flavors.
Ingredients
For the Marinade:
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried basil
Pinch salt
Pinch pepper
For the Salad:
1 cucumber, peeled, fork-scored, thinly sliced, and diced
1½ cups cherry tomatoes, quartered
8 oz fresh mozzarella
½ large red onion, chopped
Optional: fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and pepper. Set aside to let flavors meld.
- Prepare the cucumber by peeling, fork-scoring, slicing thinly, and dicing into small pieces. Place in a medium bowl.
- Add quartered cherry tomatoes to the cucumber.
- Chop the red onion into small pieces and add to the bowl.
- Cut mozzarella into bite-sized pieces or use mozzarella balls. Add to the salad mixture.
- Pour the marinade over the salad and toss until evenly coated.
- Let sit for about 10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to develop.
Notes
- Add grilled chicken, shrimp, or chickpeas for extra protein.
- Substitute mozzarella with feta or goat cheese for a different flavor.
- Top with toasted pine nuts or walnuts for added crunch.
- For a vegan version, skip mozzarella or use a plant-based cheese substitute.
- This salad is best fresh but can be stored up to 2 days in the fridge.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
