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Cucumber Mozzarella Salad

Refreshing Cucumber Mozzarella Salad for Summer Bliss

This Cucumber Mozzarella Salad offers a refreshing combination of cool cucumbers, creamy mozzarella, and aromatic basil, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Cucumbers Pat dry after slicing
  • 1 cup Fresh Mozzarella Balls Ciliegine or bocconcini
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halve for presentation and taste
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil Torn leaves for aroma
  • 1 medium Avocado Add just before serving
For the Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil High-quality extra virgin
  • 1 tablespoon Balsamic Vinegar Adjust to taste
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced finely
  • to taste Salt & Pepper Freshly ground preferred

Equipment

  • Large serving bowl
  • Small mixing bowl
  • Salad tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash cucumbers and cherry tomatoes. Slice cucumbers into thin rounds and halve the cherry tomatoes. Dice the avocado and tear basil leaves.
  2. Layer cucumber slices, halved cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, avocado, and basil in a serving bowl for presentation.
  3. Whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, and salt and pepper in a mixing bowl until emulsified.
  4. Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat without bruising mozzarella and avocado.
  5. Serve immediately in individual plates or directly from the bowl.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Pat cucumbers dry after slicing to prevent a watery salad. Add avocado just before serving to keep it fresh.

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