Description
A refreshing salad that combines juicy tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and creamy mozzarella, dressed with olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
Ingredients
Fresh Mozzarella Balls (bocconcini or ciliegine)
Ripe Cherry Tomatoes
English Cucumber
Fresh Basil Leaves
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Balsamic Vinegar
Salt
Pepper
Instructions
- Prep the Ingredients: Rinse the cherry tomatoes and cucumbers under cold water and pat them dry.
- Slice the Cucumbers: Cut the cucumbers into thin rounds.
- Halve the Tomatoes: Slice the cherry tomatoes in half.
- Combine the Vegetables: In a mixing bowl, combine cucumbers and tomatoes, gently tossing.
- Add Mozzarella: Drain the mozzarella and add to the bowl.
- Tear the Basil: Tear fresh basil leaves and sprinkle over the salad.
- Dress the Salad: Whisk olive oil and balsamic vinegar with salt and pepper, then drizzle over the salad and toss gently.
- Serve Immediately: Garnish with additional basil leaves if desired and serve fresh.
Notes
For the best flavor, prepare the salad just before serving. Use ripe tomatoes for optimal sweetness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cooking Required
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: salad, tomato, cucumber, mozzarella, fresh, healthy, Italian
