Tomato Cucumber Mozzarella Salad
Experience the vibrant flavors of summer with this refreshing Tomato Cucumber Mozzarella Salad. Perfect for any occasion, this colorful dish combines juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, creamy avocado, and fresh basil for a delightful medley of tastes and textures. Whipping it up takes just 15 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or family gatherings. Enjoy it as a light meal, side dish, or meal prep option that’s not only delicious but also healthy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves about 4 people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 English cucumber, quartered lengthwise and sliced
- 3 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 large avocado, diced
- 1/3 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella pearls (or diced mozzarella)
- 3 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 tsp fine sea salt (plus more to taste)
- 1/4 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
Instructions
- In a large salad bowl, combine the cucumber, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella pearls, avocado, and basil.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until well blended.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture just before serving and toss gently to combine.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Find it online: https://cookingwithviolet.com/tomato-cucumber-mozzarella-salad/