Cucumber Caprese Salad: Refreshing Twist with Turkey Bacon
This Cucumber Caprese Salad with turkey bacon offers a refreshing twist on the classic dish, perfect for summer picnics or light lunches.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups diced cucumbers
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup fresh mozzarella balls
- 3 slices turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped
- 3 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the diced cucumbers, halved cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella balls, and crumbled turkey bacon.
- Add the chopped basil, balsamic glaze, and olive oil. Gently toss to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
- This salad can be made ahead of time but is best enjoyed fresh.
- Feel free to add other ingredients like avocado or olives for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Cucumber Caprese Salad, Turkey Bacon, Salad Recipe