Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large cucumber, sliced
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella balls, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, and halved mozzarella balls.
- Add in the torn basil leaves.
- Drizzle the olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the salad.
- Toss gently to combine the ingredients, being careful not to crush the tomatoes or mozzarella.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately for the freshest experience, or allow the salad to chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to enhance the flavors.
Notes
For best results, use high-quality, fresh mozzarella and ripe tomatoes. This salad is perfect as a side or a light meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg