Description
A refreshing and vibrant salad combining juicy cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, and creamy mozzarella with a delicious olive oil and balsamic dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large cucumbers, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella balls, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, and basil leaves.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
For best results, consider letting the salad sit before serving to allow flavors to meld. This salad is naturally gluten-free and can be prepared ahead by keeping dressing separate.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg