Fresh Cucumber Caprese Salad with Turkey Bacon Twist for Summer Bliss
Enjoy the refreshing taste of summer with this unique twist on a classic caprese salad featuring crispy turkey bacon.
- 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 large cucumbers
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese
- 4 strips turkey bacon
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the turkey bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove and chop.
- Slice the cucumbers and cherry tomatoes in halves.
- Combine the cucumbers, tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil in a large bowl.
- Add the chopped turkey bacon to the bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar and olive oil.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately or chill before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to substitute regular bacon if preferred.
- This salad is best served fresh but can be refrigerated for a few hours.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 400 milligrams
- Fat: 10 grams
- Saturated Fat: 4 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 6 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 10 grams
- Cholesterol: 20 milligrams
Keywords: Cucumber, Caprese, Salad, Turkey Bacon, Summer