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cucumber caprese salad

10-Minute Cucumber Caprese Salad

5 from 1 vote
A fresh, crunchy twist on the classic Italian side, this cucumber caprese salad features English cucumbers, sweet cherry tomatoes, and mozzarella pearls tossed in a light balsamic vinaigrette. It is the perfect simple side dish for BBQs, potlucks, and summer dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 6 grams
Course: dinner, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Italian, Mediterranean
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large English cucumber, chopped into chunks No need to peel
  • 2 cups cherry or grape tomatoes, halved Use sweet, firm tomatoes
  • 8 oz fresh mozzarella pearls, drained Pat dry before using
  • ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, chopped Fresh only, not dried
  • 3 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil High quality for best flavor
  • 2 tablespoon balsamic vinegar Adjust to taste
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano Optional but recommended
  • salt and black pepper To taste

Equipment

  • 1 chef’s knife For chopping vegetables
  • 1 cutting board Stable surface for prep
  • 1 Large mixing bowl For tossing salad
  • 1 small whisk For dressing
  • 1 salad servers For tossing

Method
 

  1. Wash the cucumber and tomatoes thoroughly and pat them completely dry with paper towels.
  2. Chop the cucumber into bite-sized chunks and slice the tomatoes in half lengthwise.
    slicing tomatoes and cucumbers
  3. Whisk the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until emulsified.
  4. Combine cucumbers, tomatoes, and mozzarella pearls in a large bowl and toss with the dressing.
    mixing cucumber tomato salad
  5. Garnish with fresh chopped basil just before serving to keep the color bright green.

Nutrition

Serving: 150gCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 8gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 280mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Pat the mozzarella pearls dry with a paper towel before adding them to the bowl; this ensures the dressing clings to the cheese rather than sliding off. Serve immediately for the best crunch.

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