Description
A refreshing and flavorful Balsamic Caprese Salad with crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, tender bocconcini pearls, and fragrant basil, all drizzled with a tangy balsamic vinaigrette. Perfect as a light appetizer or side dish, this salad combines vibrant ingredients with simple preparation for a delightful experience.
Ingredients
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Cherry Tomatoes
- 4 cups cherry tomatoes sliced in half
Cucumbers
- 1/2 English cucumber sliced and quartered
Herbs
- 6 basil leaves torn or cut into thin strips
Cheese
- 8 ounces bocconcini mozzarella pearls drained
Dressing
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing
Seasonings
- Sea salt to taste
- Cracked pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Tomatoes: Wash the cherry tomatoes thoroughly and cut them in half. Place them into a medium-sized bowl.
- Prepare the Cucumber: Wash the English cucumber, slice it into rounds, and then quarter each slice. Add the cucumber pieces to the bowl with the tomatoes.
- Add Basil: Tear or thinly slice the basil leaves and add them to the salad mixture.
- Add Mozzarella: Drain the bocconcini mozzarella pearls and add them to the bowl.
- Dress the Salad: Pour the balsamic vinaigrette over the ingredients and gently toss everything together to evenly coat.
- Season: Add sea salt and cracked pepper to taste. Toss again gently.
- Serve: Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours for enhanced flavor. Use a slotted spoon to serve to avoid excess moisture.
Notes
- Do not dress the salad until ready to serve to prevent it from becoming watery.
- Use a slotted spoon when serving to drain excess dressing.
- Best enjoyed fresh, but can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
