Caprese Salad with Crisp Cucumber
Caprese Salad with Crisp Cucumber pairs juicy Roma tomatoes and creamy mozzarella with cool, crunchy cucumber for a refreshing twist. Sweet aged balsamic and fragrant basil tie everything together, while a drizzle of olive oil adds richness and balance. Serve it chilled as a light lunch, a vibrant starter, or a sunny-day side for grilled mains.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Bring the balsamic vinegar to a boil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Continue boiling until it reduces to 1/4 cup, about 8 minutes. Take it off the heat and let it cool to room temperature.
- 2
While the balsamic vinegar cools, arrange the tomatoes, cucumber, mozzarella slices, and basil leaves in layers on a small serving platter until the platter is covered. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- 3
Drizzle 1 to 2 tablespoons of the cooled balsamic vinegar over the salad. Serve immediately.
- Calories 105.27 kcal Moderate
- Protein 3.96 g Low Source
- Carbs 8.12 g Moderate
- Total Fat 5.78 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 2.41 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 14.0 mg Low Source
- Sodium 128.63 mg Moderate
- Fiber 0.32 g Low Source
- Sugar 4.93 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 123.6 mg Low Source
- Iron 0.32 mg Low Source
- Potassium 23.27 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 224.35 mcg_rae Good Source
- Vitamin C 21.57 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Caprese Salad with Crisp Cucumber is an Italian appetizer recipe made with 7 ingredients. It takes about 30 mins, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Balsamic Vinegar, Cucumber, Fresh Basil, and Fresh Mozzarella Cheese. Each serving provides about 105.27 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Caprese Salad with Crisp Cucumber?
- It is an Italian salad recipe made with 7 ingredients, usually served for appetizer or side dish or dinner or lunch or salad.
- What is Caprese Salad with Crisp Cucumber made of?
- The main ingredients are Balsamic Vinegar, Cucumber, Fresh Basil, Fresh Mozzarella Cheese, Olive Oil. The full list of 7 is above.
- How long does it take to make Caprese Salad with Crisp Cucumber?
- About 30 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 105.27 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Caprese Salad with Crisp Cucumber easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 7 ingredients and 3 steps.
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