A crisp, colorful salad featuring cucumbers, tomatoes, and mozzarella, finished with basil and balsamic glaze for a refreshing, elegant dish.
Ingredients
Scale
2 medium English cucumbers, thinly sliced
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
8 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced or torn
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Optional: 2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts
Optional: 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Wash and slice cucumbers and tomatoes. Tear or slice mozzarella.
- Layer cucumbers on a platter or in a bowl.
- Add tomatoes evenly over cucumbers.
- Arrange mozzarella pieces on top.
- Scatter basil leaves.
- Drizzle olive oil and balsamic glaze. Season with salt and pepper. Add optional toppings.
- Toss gently if in a bowl or leave layered for presentation. Serve immediately or after 5–10 minutes.