A crisp, refreshing salad featuring cucumbers and creamy mozzarella, dressed with a light lemon-olive oil dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
8 ounces fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini), halved
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
10 fresh basil leaves, torn
Optional: 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
Optional: 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
Optional: 2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts or slivered almonds
Instructions
- Thinly slice cucumbers and place in a large bowl.
- Halve mozzarella balls and add to cucumbers.
- Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper for the dressing.
- Pour dressing over salad and toss gently.
- Add basil and optional ingredients, tossing lightly.
- Serve immediately or chill 10–15 minutes.