Description
Ah, the refreshing combination of juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and creamy mozzarella – this Tomato Cucumber Mozzarella Salad is the epitome of summer’s bounty.
Ingredients
- Cherry tomatoes
- English cucumbers
- Fresh mozzarella pearls
- Fresh basil leaves
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Balsamic vinegar
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
1. Wash and slice the cucumbers and tomatoes into bite-sized pieces.
2. If using larger mozzarella balls, cut them into halves or quarters.
3. Gently tear the basil leaves and add them to the mix.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
5. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything together until the ingredients are evenly coated.
Notes
To ensure your Tomato Cucumber Mozzarella Salad remains at its best, it’s best to assemble it just before serving.
The mozzarella and basil are particularly delicate, so adding them too far in advance can cause the salad to become soggy.
- Prep Time: 15
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 200
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Unsaturated Fat: 3
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 8
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 6
- Cholesterol: 15