Description
A refreshing and simple Tomato Cucumber Salad made with crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella cubes, and tossed in zesty Italian dressing. Perfect as a light side dish or a healthy snack.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 2-3 Cucumbers
- 20-25 Cherry Tomatoes
- 2 cups Mozzarella, cubed
Dressing
- 1/2 cup Italian Dressing
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Cucumbers: Peel and cube the cucumbers by cutting them lengthwise into quarters, then slicing them into ½ inch long sections. Place the cubed cucumbers into a large mixing bowl.
- Slice Tomatoes: Slice each cherry tomato in half and add them to the bowl with the cucumbers.
- Add Mozzarella and Dressing: Add 2 cups of cubed mozzarella cheese and ½ cup of Italian dressing to the bowl. Stir the mixture gently to combine all ingredients well.
- Season: Add salt and pepper to taste. Stir again briefly to distribute seasoning evenly.
- Serve: Enjoy immediately as a fresh and flavorful salad.
Notes
- For best flavor, chill the salad for 15-20 minutes before serving.
- You can substitute Italian dressing with your favorite vinaigrette or homemade dressing.
- Use fresh mozzarella for a creamier texture.
- Adjust salt and pepper based on your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
