Description
A refreshing salad made with ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and creamy mozzarella cheese, perfect for a light meal or side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 cup mozzarella balls
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, and mozzarella balls.
- Add the chopped basil leaves to the bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding sliced red onion or avocado.
- This salad can be made ahead of time; just add the dressing right before serving.
- Use fresh mozzarella for the best taste and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Tomato Cucumber Mozzarella Salad, refreshing salad, Italian salad, healthy salad