Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of summer with this refreshing Tomato Cucumber Mozzarella Salad. Bursting with juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and creamy mozzarella, this salad is not only easy to prepare but also a feast for the senses. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a light lunch, it brings a touch of Italian sunshine to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups ripe tomatoes (quartered)
- 1 cup cucumbers (sliced)
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves (torn)
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the tomatoes and cucumbers under cold water and pat dry.
- Cut tomatoes into wedges and slice cucumbers into half-moons or rounds.
- Tear or slice mozzarella into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine tomatoes, cucumbers, mozzarella, and basil.
- Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar; season with salt and pepper.
- Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg