Fresh Cucumber Caprese Salad
A refreshing twist on the classic Caprese salad, featuring cucumber for added crunch and freshness.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon dried basil
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch pepper
- 1 cucumber cucumber peeled, fork-scored, and thinly sliced, then diced
- 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes cut into quarters
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella
- 0.5 large red onion chopped into small pieces
Instructions
- Peel and slice the cucumber thinly, then dice into small pieces.
- Chop the red onion into small, uniform pieces.
- Cut the cherry tomatoes into quarters.
- Slice the fresh mozzarella into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine the cucumber, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and mozzarella. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Notes
For the best flavor, use fresh, high-quality ingredients, including ripe mozzarella and fresh herbs if available.