Easy Cucumber Caprese Salad with Fresh Mozzarella Balls
Easy Cucumber Caprese Salad combines crisp cucumber, tomato, mozzarella, and basil with light olive oil and vinegar for a cool balanced dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
2 large cucumbers, sliced
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1 1/2 cups fresh mozzarella balls
1/3 cup fresh basil leaves
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
1/2 avocado, diced (optional)
Instructions
- Slice cucumbers evenly.
- Halve cherry tomatoes.
- Prepare mozzarella pieces.
- Place all vegetables in bowl.
- Add basil leaves.
- Mix olive oil and vinegar, pour over salad.
- Season and fold gently.
Notes
Keep ingredients cool before serving. Add dressing shortly before presentation for firm texture.