Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- Fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- Balsamic glaze or balsamic vinegar
- Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash the cucumbers thoroughly and slice them into thin, even rounds using a mandoline or knife.
- Halve the cherry tomatoes and slice the mozzarella cheese into thin pieces.
- Arrange the cucumber slices on a serving platter, layering with mozzarella and cherry tomatoes, and adding basil leaves between layers.
- Drizzle with high-quality olive oil and balsamic glaze or vinegar, then season with salt and freshly ground pepper.
- Serve immediately for the freshest flavor or refrigerate covered for up to 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add toasted pine nuts or a drizzle of honey.
- To enhance presentation, garnish with additional basil leaves or herbs.
- Best enjoyed fresh; refrigerate only if necessary, and consume promptly to maintain optimal texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Assembly
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
