Description
A refreshing and vibrant salad combining fresh cucumbers, ripe tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and aromatic basil, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 Fresh Cucumbers, sliced
- 3 Ripe Tomatoes, chopped
- 200g Fresh Mozzarella, torn
- 1 cup Fresh Basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons High-Quality Olive Oil
- Sea Salt, to taste
- Fresh Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Start by rinsing your cucumbers and tomatoes thoroughly. Slice the cucumbers into half-moons or rounds and chop the tomatoes into bite-sized pieces.
- Assemble the Salad: In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, tomatoes, and mozzarella. Tear the fresh basil leaves and toss them in.
- Dress the Salad: Drizzle your olive oil over the salad and sprinkle generously with sea salt and fresh pepper to taste.
- Toss Gently: Using a spatula or wooden spoon, gently toss all the ingredients together, ensuring everything is coated without bruising the mozzarella.
- Let It Rest: Allow your salad to sit for about 10 minutes before serving to let the flavors mingle.
Notes
For an extra flavor kick, drizzle a little balsamic reduction over the salad just before serving. Use fresh, quality ingredients for the best results!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Cucumber Salad, Caprese Salad, Summer Salad, Fresh Vegetables, Healthy Salad