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Caprese Cucumber Salad: A Refreshing Mediterranean Treat


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  • Author: Marco
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A refreshing Mediterranean salad featuring cucumbers, grape tomatoes, and bocconcini, perfect for a light meal or side dish.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups halved grape tomatoes
  • 1 large cucumber, chopped
  • 8 ounces fresh bocconcini, halved
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, roughly torn
  • 3 tablespoons high-quality olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper

Instructions

  1. Place the halved grape tomatoes, chopped cucumber, and bocconcini in a spacious mixing bowl.
  2. Gently fold in the torn mint leaves.
  3. In a separate small bowl, combine the olive oil, red wine vinegar, sea salt, and black pepper, whisking until smooth.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss to coat evenly.
  5. Let the salad rest for about 20 minutes at room temperature or refrigerate if you prefer it chilled before serving.

Notes

  • Add a handful of sliced olives for a briny kick.
  • Replace bocconcini with crumbled goat cheese for a creamier texture.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg