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Cucumber Caprese Salad

A quick and refreshing twist on the classic Caprese salad, perfect for hot summer days.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 seedless cucumbers sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Wash cucumbers and slice them into coins or half-moons.
  2. Cut cherry tomatoes in halves and add both to a salad bowl.
  3. Rinse mozzarella balls and add to the bowl.
  4. Toss in chopped fresh basil.
  5. Drizzle olive oil over the salad, followed by balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper.
  6. Gently toss the salad to combine flavors.
  7. Let sit for 10 minutes if desired, then serve fresh.

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh, but can be stored for a couple of days if dressing is kept separate.