Description
This Cucumber Mozzarella Salad is a fresh, vibrant, and easy no-cook dish made with crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and a simple homemade balsamic dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 English cucumber, cut lengthwise and sliced
- 3 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls (or 1 cup diced fresh mozzarella)
- 1 large avocado, diced
- 1/3 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 clove garlic, peeled and pressed or grated
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Place the sliced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, diced avocado, and chopped basil into a large serving bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, salt, and black pepper until fully combined.
- Just before serving, drizzle the dressing over the salad. Gently toss until all ingredients are evenly coated.
- Serve immediately for the best freshness and texture.
Notes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Cucumber Mozzarella Salad