Tasty Cucumber Mozzarella Salad (Printable Version)

Fresh Mediterranean salad featuring crisp cucumbers, creamy mozzarella, and zesty herb dressing ready in 15 minutes.

# Ingredient List:

→ 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, 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 Make:

01 - Place the sliced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and mozzarella balls in a large mixing bowl.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, white wine vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
03 - Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to coat evenly.
04 - Add the torn basil and chopped parsley, then toss lightly to incorporate.
05 - Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Ready in 15 minutes with zero cooking involved
  • The contrast between cool cucumbers and creamy mozzarella hits differently on hot days
  • You probably have half these ingredients in your fridge already
02 -
  • Dont let this sit for more than an hour or the cucumbers will release water and turn the whole thing watery
  • If you're making it ahead, keep the dressing separate and toss right before serving
  • The garlic gets stronger as it sits, so mince it finely if you're planning to chill the salad
03 -
  • Salt the cucumbers for 10 minutes and pat them dry if you want extra crunch and less water in the final salad
  • Letting the dressed salad sit for just 15 minutes before serving makes such a difference in how the flavors meld together

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