Cucumber Mozzarella Salad (Printable)
Fresh Mediterranean salad featuring crisp cucumbers, creamy mozzarella, and tangy herb dressing.
# What goes in:
→ 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 (bocconcini), 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
# Directions:
01 - Combine sliced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and halved mozzarella balls in a large mixing bowl.
02 - Whisk together olive oil, white wine vinegar (or lemon juice), minced garlic, sea salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until emulsified.
03 - Pour dressing over salad mixture and toss gently to coat vegetables and mozzarella evenly.
04 - Add torn basil and chopped parsley, then toss lightly again to distribute herbs throughout.
05 - Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- This salad comes together in literally 15 minutes with zero cooking required
- The combination of cool crisp cucumbers and creamy mozzarella feels incredibly luxurious
- Its the perfect make ahead dish that actually tastes better after the flavors mingle
02 -
- Pat your cucumbers dry after slicing if they seem especially watery, otherwise the dressing gets diluted
- Letting the salad sit for 15 to 30 minutes transforms it from good to absolutely incredible
03 -
- Use a vegetable peeler to create ribbons instead of slices for a more elegant presentation
- Room temperature mozzarella tastes so much better than cold straight from the fridge