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Cucumber Caprese Salad Recipe

Cucumber Caprese Salad Recipe

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  • Author: Stacy
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Cucumber Caprese Salad is a refreshing twist on the classic Caprese, with the addition of crisp cucumber. It’s a vibrant and flavorful salad that’s perfect for a light meal or as a side dish.


Ingredients

Scale

Cucumber:

  • 1 English cucumber

Fresh Mozzarella Pearls:

  • 8 ounces, drained

Grape Tomatoes:

  • 2 cups

Fresh Basil:

  • 1/3 cup, chopped

Balsamic Vinaigrette:

  • 1/3 cup

Instructions

  1. Slice the cucumber: Cut the cucumber in half lengthwise, then halve again and chop into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Combine ingredients: In a medium bowl, mix cucumber, mozzarella pearls, and tomatoes.
  3. Add basil and dressing: Stir in fresh basil and balsamic vinaigrette gently.
  4. Serve: Enjoy immediately or chill until serving.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg