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Cucumber Caprese Salad

This Fresh Cucumber Caprese Salad is a simple, refreshing summer dish that combines crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil, drizzled with olive oil and balsamic glaze.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Salad
Cuisine: Italian, Mediterranean
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Ingredients
  • 2 cups Fresh cucumbers, sliced Use English cucumbers for less bitterness.
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved The juicier the better.
  • 1 cup Fresh basil leaves, torn Avoid using scissors; tearing is better.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 1 pinch Salt to taste
  • 1 pinch Black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons Balsamic glaze Optional, drizzle on top.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice Optional, for extra zest.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash the cucumbers and tomatoes.
  2. Slice cucumbers into half-moons or coins, and cut cherry tomatoes in half.
  3. Toss cucumbers, tomatoes, mozzarella balls, and torn basil in a large bowl.
  4. Drizzle olive oil over the salad and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  5. If using, squirt balsamic glaze on top and gently stir to combine.

Notes

Prep ingredients ahead of time, but don’t mix until right before serving to prevent sogginess. Store chopped ingredients separately in the fridge.