Description
A refreshing, easy salad combining juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and creamy mozzarella, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
- Ripe tomatoes (heirloom or vine-ripened)
- Fresh cucumbers (preferably English)
- Fresh mozzarella balls
- Fresh basil leaves
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Balsamic vinegar
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Wash the tomatoes and cucumbers thoroughly. Slice the tomatoes into thick rounds and the cucumbers into half-moons or rounds.
- On a large platter, alternate layers of cucumbers, tomatoes, and mozzarella.
- Tear the basil leaves and scatter them on top of the salad.
- Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use garden-fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Assemble everything except the dressing ahead of time if serving later.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: salad, summer, caprese, fresh, easy recipe, vegetarian