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Fresh Cucumber Caprese Salad

A refreshing twist on the classic Caprese salad, featuring crisp cucumbers, fresh mozzarella, and ripe tomatoes, drizzled with balsamic glaze.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Vegetables and Cheese
  • 2 medium cucumbers sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cubed
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves torn
Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze for drizzling
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper to taste

Method
 

Prepare the Ingredients
  1. Slice the cucumbers into thin rounds.
  2. Halve the cherry tomatoes.
  3. Cube the fresh mozzarella.
  4. Tear the basil leaves into smaller pieces.
Assemble the Salad
  1. In a large serving bowl, combine the cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil.
  2. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze.
  3. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Toss gently to combine all ingredients.
Serve
  1. Serve immediately as a refreshing salad or appetizer.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

For added flavor, you can marinate the cucumbers in the olive oil and balsamic glaze for 10 minutes before assembling the salad.

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