Juicy Cucumber Caprese Salad (Print View)

Crisp cucumbers meet fresh tomatoes and mozzarella in a tangy balsamic dressing. Ready in 15 minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables & Herbs

01 - 2 large cucumbers, sliced into half-moons
02 - 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
03 - 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn

→ Cheese

04 - 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls (ciliegine), halved

→ Dressing

05 - 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
06 - 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
07 - 1/2 tsp sea salt
08 - 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper

# Method:

01 - In a large salad bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, halved cherry tomatoes, and halved mozzarella balls.
02 - Add the torn basil leaves and gently toss to distribute evenly.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic glaze, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
04 - Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients.
05 - Serve immediately, garnished with extra basil leaves if desired.

# Insider Tips:

01 -
  • Its the perfect bridge between heavy comfort food and something light enough for hot weather
  • You can throw it together in fifteen minutes flat but it looks like you fussed
02 -
  • Do not let this sit too long or the cucumbers will weep and dilute your perfectly balanced dressing
  • Room temperature ingredients make a huge difference in how the flavors meld together
03 -
  • Pat your mozzarella dry with paper towels to prevent the dressing from becoming watery
  • Let the dressed salad sit for just five minutes before serving so the flavors can start melding

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