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Cucumber Caprese Salad: Easy & Fresh Recipe

This refreshing Cucumber Caprese Salad represents the perfect marriage of traditional Italian flavors with modern healthy eating principles. The combination of crisp cucumbers, creamy mozzarella, and ripe tomatoes creates a satisfying dish that's both nutritious and delicious.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4-6 servings servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large English cucumbers, sliced into ¼-inch rounds
  • 1 pound fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced into ¼-inch rounds
  • 3 large ripe tomatoes, sliced into ¼-inch rounds
  • ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, whole or chiffonade
  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar or balsamic glaze
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt or kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
  • Optional: ¼ cup pine nuts or chopped walnuts

Method
 

  1. Wash the cucumbers thoroughly and slice them into uniform ¼-inch rounds using a sharp knife or mandoline slicer. Pat the cucumber slices dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
  2. Cut the tomatoes into ¼-inch slices, removing any tough stem areas. Slice the fresh mozzarella to the same thickness as your vegetables.
  3. On a large serving platter, alternate layers of cucumber, mozzarella, and tomato slices in an overlapping pattern.
  4. Distribute fresh basil leaves evenly across the arranged ingredients.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  6. Drizzle the dressing evenly over the entire salad. If using nuts, sprinkle them on top for added texture.

Notes

This salad is best consumed within 4-6 hours of preparation. Store in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Assemble just before serving for optimal texture.