Cucumber Mozzarella Salad (Print Version)

Fresh Mediterranean salad with crisp cucumbers, creamy mozzarella, and zesty herb dressing.

# What You'll Need:

01 - 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced

02 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

03 - 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced

04 - 7 oz fresh mozzarella balls, halved

05 - 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

06 - 1.5 tbsp white wine vinegar

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

01 - Place the sliced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and mozzarella balls in a large mixing bowl.

02 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, white wine vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until emulsified.

03 - Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to coat evenly.

04 - Add the fresh basil and parsley, then toss lightly to distribute herbs throughout.

05 - Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

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It comes together in fifteen minutes flat, making it your go-to for last-minute gatherings or lazy weeknight dinners
The combination of cool cucumber and creamy mozzarella feels like a miniature vacation, no matter what season it is

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Cucumbers release water as they sit with salt, so if you're making this ahead, dress it closer to serving time to keep things crisp and vibrant
Fresh herbs lose their punch quickly once cut, so add them right before serving rather than mixing them in earlier

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Use a vegetable peeler to create ribbons instead of rounds for a more elegant presentation that feels restaurant-quality
Let the dressed salad sit for ten minutes before tossing in the herbs so they stay vibrant and don't get weighed down by the dressing