Tomato Cucumber Mozzarella Salad (VIDEO)
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4.9
Tomato Cucumber Mozzarella Salad (VIDEO)
Description
The salad is assembled by combining sliced and quartered English cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella (either pearls or diced), diced avocado, and chopped basil leaves in a bowl. The dressing is made by whisking olive oil, balsamic vinegar, freshly pressed garlic, salt, and cracked black pepper until blended. Just before serving, the dressing is drizzled over the salad and gently tossed to coat evenly, preserving the freshness of the vegetables and cheese.
Layers of cool cucumber and handy bite-sized tomatoes contrast with creamy cheese and avocado, balanced by the herbal freshness of basil and the tangy, subtly sweet dressing. This salad brings together simple, clean ingredients for a satisfying and colorful dish.
It is best enjoyed freshly tossed to maintain the texture of the avocado and cucumber. The salad complements grilled meats, sandwiches, or can serve as a light vegetarian meal on its own.
Ingredients
- 1/2 English cucumber quartered lengthwise and sliced
- 3 cups cherry tomato halved
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella or 1 cup diced fresh mozzarella cheese, pearls
- 1 avocado diced, large
- 1/3 cup basil chopped, leaves
- 3 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 garlic peeled and pressed or grated, clove
- 1/2 tsp salt plus more to taste, fine sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper freshly cracked
Instructions
- Place the cucumber, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, avocado, and basil into a serving bowl.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, salt, and pepper together until combined.
- Just before serving, drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to combine and serve.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6people as a side salad
Amount Per Serving
Calories 250 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 250kcal | 13% |
| Carbs | 8g | |
| Protein | 10g | 20% |
| Fat | 20g | 31% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Cholesterol | 30mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 443mg | 18% |
| Potassium | 401mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 766IU | 15% |
| Vitamin C | 21mg | 23% |
| Calcium | 212mg | 21% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.9
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