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Cucumber Caprese Salad

Cucumber Caprese Salad: A Refreshing Summer Delight

This Cucumber Caprese Salad is a vibrant, gluten-free dish perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil substitute with avocado oil for a different taste
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar adjust quantity based on personal preference
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano can be swapped for fresh oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil use fresh basil for more flavor
  • salt adjust to taste
  • pepper adjust to taste
Salad
  • 1 large cucumber peel and scrape skin to reduce bitterness
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes cut in half or quarter
  • 8 ounces fresh mozzarella substitutable with feta
  • 1/4 whole red onion can be omitted for milder taste

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • vegetable peeler
  • cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil and balsamic vinegar until well combined. Add dried oregano and dried basil, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
  2. Peel the cucumber with a vegetable peeler, then scrape the skin lightly with a fork. Slice into thin rounds and place in a mixing bowl.
  3. Wash the cherry tomatoes and cut each in half or quarter them. Add to the bowl with cucumbers.
  4. Thinly slice the red onion and dice it. Add to the bowl.
  5. Cut fresh mozzarella into bite-sized pieces and toss gently with other ingredients.
  6. Pour prepared dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently.
  7. Allow the salad to sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes.
  8. Transfer to a serving bowl and serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad is versatile and pairs well with various main courses, particularly grilled meats. Fresh herbs elevate the flavor, and ingredient quantities can be adjusted to taste.

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