Cucumber Caprese Salad: Easy Refreshing Twist with Turkey Bacon
A refreshing twist on a classic dish, featuring crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and savory turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
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- 2 large cucumbers
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup mozzarella balls
- 1/4 cup turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Start by slicing the cucumbers into thick rounds.
- Halve the cherry tomatoes.
- In a large bowl, combine the cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, and crumbled turkey bacon.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil and balsamic vinegar, then season with salt and pepper.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing salad!
Notes
- For added flavor, allow the salad to sit for about 10 minutes before serving.
- You can substitute turkey bacon with regular bacon if preferred.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Cucumber Caprese Salad, Salad, Turkey Bacon, Refreshing Salad