Description

Tomato Cucumber Mozzarella Salad is a refreshing and colorful summer salad made with juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, creamy mozzarella, and fresh herbs, all tossed in a light olive oil and balsamic dressing.

Ingredients

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2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1 large cucumber, diced
1 cup mozzarella balls (bocconcini or ciliegine), halved
1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
Salt and black pepper to taste

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Instructions

In a large bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, cucumber, mozzarella, red onion, and basil.
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Let sit for 10–15 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

Use heirloom tomatoes for more color and flavor variety.
Swap basil for parsley or mint for a different twist.
Drizzle with balsamic glaze for a sweeter finish.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
Calories: 180
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 250mg
Fat: 13g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 7g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 9g
Cholesterol: 25mg