Description
Fresh, crisp, and full of flavor, this cucumber caprese salad is the perfect light and energizing start to your day. With cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil tossed in a simple balsamic dressing, it’s a refreshing no-cook recipe that’s quick to prepare and ideal for mornings, brunches, or summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large English cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls (or mozzarella slices)
- Fresh basil leaves, torn
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 ½ tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp honey (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper.
- Slice cucumbers and tomatoes, then arrange them in a serving bowl.
- Add thin slices of onion and scatter basil leaves.
- Toss in mozzarella balls or slices.
- Drizzle with the dressing, toss gently, and let it sit for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For best results, use English or Persian cucumbers for crunch and sweetness. Drain mozzarella well before adding to avoid excess moisture. Keep cucumbers and tomatoes separate if prepping ahead and add dressing just before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 15mg