Description
A quick, vibrant summer salad combining juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumber, creamy mozzarella, and rich avocado. Tossed in a zesty garlic-balsamic vinaigrette, this 10-minute dish is fresh, healthy, and perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
1/2 English cucumber, chopped
3 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
8 oz fresh mozzarella pearls
1 ripe avocado, sliced
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tsp honey
fresh basil or oregano, chopped (optional)
salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Chop the English cucumber into 1/4-inch pieces.
Halve cherry tomatoes and slice avocado.
In a bowl, combine mozzarella pearls, cucumber, tomatoes, and avocado.
In a small bowl, whisk olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, honey, salt, and pepper to make the vinaigrette.
Pour dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.
Garnish with fresh herbs if desired. Chill for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use fresh mozzarella for the creamiest texture.
Let salad rest in the fridge to allow flavors to meld.
Add cucumbers, tomatoes, and avocado 10-15 minutes before serving to avoid sogginess.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Serve with crusty bread or grilled chicken for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10
- Category: Recipes
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg