Cucumber Caprese Salad
A refreshing and easy-to-make salad featuring crisp cucumbers, creamy mozzarella, and sweet cherry tomatoes, perfect for a light lunch or as a stunning side dish.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 whole English cucumber or 2 Persian cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
- 8 oz mozzarella pearls or cubed fresh mozzarella
- ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, torn or chopped
Dressing
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze or reduction
- to taste Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- optional crushed red pepper flakes for a little kick
Instructions
Preparation
- Slice the cucumbers, halve the tomatoes, and thinly slice the red onion.
- In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumber, halved tomatoes, mozzarella, onion, and basil.
- Drizzle everything with olive oil and balsamic glaze. Season with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes for heat.
- Toss gently until all the ingredients are coated in the dressing.
- Serve immediately, or chill in the fridge for 15–30 minutes to meld the flavors.
Notes
For best results, use fresh ingredients and consider chilling the salad before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container and consume within 1–2 days.