Tasty Cucumber Mozzarella Salad (Printable View)
Crisp cucumbers, creamy mozzarella, and fresh herbs in a zesty dressing. Ready in 15 minutes.
# What You Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
02 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
03 - 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
→ Cheese
04 - 7 oz fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini), halved
→ Dressing
05 - 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
06 - 1.5 tbsp white wine vinegar or lemon juice
07 - 1 small garlic clove, finely minced
08 - 1/2 tsp sea salt
09 - 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
10 - 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
11 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
# How-To Steps:
01 - Combine sliced cucumbers, halved cherry tomatoes, and red onion in a large mixing bowl.
02 - Add halved bocconcini mozzarella balls to the vegetable mixture.
03 - Whisk together olive oil, white wine vinegar or lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until emulsified.
04 - Pour dressing over salad ingredients and toss gently to coat evenly.
05 - Toss in torn basil and chopped parsley, mixing lightly to distribute.
06 - Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It comes together in under 15 minutes with zero cooking required
- The combination of cool crisp cucumbers and creamy mozzarella feels like a relief on sweltering days
02 -
- Cucumbers release water as they sit, so this salad is best enjoyed within a few hours of making it
- Mozzarella absorbs flavors quickly, so add the dressing just before serving if you are making this ahead
03 -
- Salt the cucumber slices for 10 minutes then pat them dry if you want the crispest possible texture
- Let the dressed salad sit for 15 minutes before serving to let the garlic mellow and distribute evenly