Cucumber Caprese Salad
This Cucumber Caprese Salad is a refreshing twist on the classic Italian appetizer. Crisp cucumbers replace tomatoes, offering a light and hydrating bite, perfect for a summer day.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large cucumbers, peeled and sliced into 1/4-inch thick rounds
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced into 1/4-inch thick rounds
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Arrange cucumber and mozzarella slices alternately on a platter.
- Tuck basil leaves between the cucumber and mozzarella slices.
- Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
For an extra burst of flavor, marinate the mozzarella in olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and herbs for 30 minutes before assembling the salad.
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