Description
This Tomato Cucumber Mozzarella Salad is a quick and easy recipe perfect for summer meals, picnics, and healthy snacks. With juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and creamy mozzarella pearls tossed in a light balsamic dressing, it’s refreshing, colorful, and full of garden-fresh flavor. Whether you’re searching for dinner ideas, a healthy lunch option, or a gluten-free side dish, this salad checks all the boxes for a simple yet delicious food idea.
Ingredients
200g cherry or grape tomatoes
1 large cucumber
200g fresh mozzarella pearls
10 fresh basil leaves
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
1. Slice the cucumber into thin rounds.
2. Halve the cherry or grape tomatoes.
3. Drain the mozzarella pearls and pat dry with a paper towel.
4. In a large salad bowl, combine the sliced cucumber, halved tomatoes, and mozzarella pearls.
5. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
6. Sprinkle with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
7. Toss everything gently to coat evenly.
8. Tear or chiffonade the basil and sprinkle over the top.
9. Serve immediately or chill for 10–15 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use heirloom tomatoes for a more colorful presentation.
Let the salad sit for 10 minutes before serving to deepen the flavor.
Add red onion or avocado for extra layers of taste and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: healthy snack, quick salad, easy dinner, summer recipe, gluten-free, vegetarian, picnic ideas