Description
A refreshing and vibrant Fresh Cucumber Caprese Salad featuring crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy fresh mozzarella, and a tangy homemade balsamic dressing infused with dried oregano and basil. Perfect as a light appetizer or side dish, ready in just 10 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad Ingredients
- 1 cucumber
- 1½ cups cherry tomatoes
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella
- ½ large red onion
Dressing Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon dried basil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing: In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and pepper to create a flavorful dressing that will bring the salad ingredients together.
- Prepare the vegetables and cheese: Slice the cucumber into thin rounds, then dice them into bite-sized pieces. Quarter the cherry tomatoes and finely chop the red onion to ensure a balanced distribution of flavors throughout the salad. Cut or tear the fresh mozzarella into small chunks.
- Combine the salad: In a large mixing bowl, add the diced cucumber, quartered cherry tomatoes, chopped red onion, and fresh mozzarella. This mix of fresh ingredients forms the base of the salad.
- Toss with dressing: Pour the prepared dressing over the salad mixture. Gently toss the salad until all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing, enhancing the flavors without bruising the delicate mozzarella.
- Serve immediately: For the best taste and texture, serve the salad right away to enjoy the crispness of the cucumber and freshness of the other components.
Notes
- Use fresh, high-quality mozzarella for the best texture and flavor.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to taste preferences.
- Serve immediately to prevent the cucumber from becoming soggy.
- Optionally, add fresh basil leaves for additional aroma and presentation.
- This salad is best enjoyed chilled but avoid refrigerating once dressed to maintain texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Keywords: Cucumber Caprese Salad, Fresh Salad, Italian Salad, Summer Salad, No-Cook Salad, Healthy Salad, Mozzarella Salad
