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Close-up of a bowl of Easy Cucumber Caprese Salad with tomatoes, mozzarella, cucumber, basil, and balsamic glaze.

Easy Cucumber Caprese Salad

A simple and refreshing salad featuring cucumbers, tomatoes, and mozzarella.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 medium cucumbers sliced
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes halved
  • 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls halved or quartered
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves torn
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp balsamic glaze
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Large bowl

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, halved cherry tomatoes, and mozzarella balls.
  2. Add the torn basil leaves to the bowl.
  3. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze.
  4. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Gently toss to combine all ingredients.
  6. Serve immediately.

Notes

For a different flavor, you can add a minced garlic clove to the dressing.