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Fresh Cucumber Caprese Salad Recipe

Fresh Cucumber Caprese Salad Recipe
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Fresh Cucumber Caprese Salad is a light and refreshing dish combining crisp cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and a flavorful oregano-basil vinaigrette. Perfect as a healthy appetizer or side, this salad highlights Mediterranean flavors with a simple and easy preparation.

Ingredients

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Dressing

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon dried basil
  • Pinch salt
  • Pinch pepper

Salad

  • 1 cucumber, peeled, fork-scored, thinly sliced, then diced
  • 1½ cups cherry tomatoes, cut into quarters
  • 8 oz fresh mozzarella, sliced or pearl-sized
  • ½ large red onion, chopped into small pieces
  • Optional: fresh basil leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, dried oregano, dried basil, and a dash of salt and pepper. Stir well until combined and set aside to let the flavors meld.
  2. Prepare the cucumber: Peel the cucumber, then use a fork to create a textured surface by scraping up and down the skin. Thinly slice and then dice the cucumber into small pieces. Place into a medium bowl.
  3. Prepare tomatoes and onion: Quarter the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl. Thinly slice and dice the red onion, then add it to the cucumber and tomato mixture. Onion can be omitted if preferred.
  4. Add mozzarella: Slice the fresh mozzarella into bite-size pieces or use pearl mozzarella. Add the mozzarella to the bowl with the vegetables, ensuring an even distribution.
  5. Toss the salad: Pour the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients. Mix thoroughly so the dressing coats the cucumber, tomatoes, onion, and mozzarella evenly.
  6. Rest and serve: Allow the salad to sit for 10 minutes to let the flavors meld beautifully. Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired and serve fresh.

Notes

  • Use fresh mozzarella for the best creamy texture; bocconcini or pearl mozzarella balls are ideal.
  • Chilling the salad before serving enhances the refreshing flavors.
  • Optional fresh basil leaves add a bright herbal note and color.
  • This salad can be made ahead but is best consumed within a few hours.
  • Omitting onions is suitable for those sensitive to the bold flavor.

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Keywords: Cucumber Caprese Salad, Fresh Salad, Italian Salad, Vegetarian Salad, Healthy Salad, Summer Salad, No cook salad

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