Cucumber & Tomato Caprese Salad

Makes 4–6 servings

You’ve got to try this refreshing summer salad. The combination of cucumbers, mozzarella cheese and tomatoes will bring your taste buds to life! Try it out for a healthy and hearty lunch or use it as a side for something special in the evening. The recipe calls for a simple balsamic vinegar dressing, but you can also make it your own by swapping in a different homemade dressing.

INGREDIENTS

1 head baby iceberg
lettuce, cut into ¾-inch slices
1 lb. heirloom or beefsteak tomatoes (about 3 medium), sliced ¼ inch thick
½ cup black olives
1¼ cups fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced ¼ inch thick
1¼ cups sliced cucumber
1 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil
1 tsp. balsamic vinegar
Sea salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
5–7 large fresh basil leaves

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Place the lettuce in the center or the plate, trying to stack or form it into a tower.
2. Next, lay out the tomatoes, cucumbers, olives and mozzarella slices over the tower. Sprinkle with the olive oil, vinegar, sea salt and pepper.
3. Tear the basil leaves into small pieces and sprinkle over the salad. Serve immediately.

This AMAZING Recipe can be found in my Mediterranean Meals on a Budget cookbook here