TOMATO-CUCUMBER MOZZARELLA SALAD

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I used fresh mozzarella for the first time last year and loved it. I wanted to incorporate it into as many dishes as possible and came up with this tomato cucumber basil salad. It has quickly become a mainstay at my house. -Jennifer Klann, Corbett, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 English cucumber, quartered and cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 small green pepper, chopped
1/4 cup thinly sliced onions
12 pitted Greek olives, sliced
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil
1/3 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, cubed

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine tomatoes, cucumber, green pepper, onions, olives, parsley and basil. In a small bowl, whisk oil, vinegars, sugar, salt, oregano and pepper. Pour over salad; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes. Just before serving, toss in cheese. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160 calories, Fat 14g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 265mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Itx Jawad
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I can't wait to try this salad. It looks so refreshing and delicious.


fugoyou
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover tomatoes and cucumbers.


Shima Cynthia
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I'm always looking for healthy and delicious recipes, and this salad definitely fits the bill.


Abdikarin muuse Abdi
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Stevens Duncan
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I love the simplicity of this salad. It's just a few fresh ingredients tossed together with a light dressing.


Tariq Rehman
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This salad is perfect for a summer party. It's easy to make and it's always a hit with guests.


Local Hero
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I'm not a big fan of salads, but this one is really good. The dressing is light and tangy, and the tomatoes and cucumbers are fresh and crisp.


Nelson Santiago
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of tomatoes, cucumbers, and mozzarella cheese.


Mr Sakib
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I'm always looking for new salad recipes, and this one is definitely a keeper.


Ahmad Yameen
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This salad is a great way to use up fresh tomatoes and cucumbers from the garden.


ismaila abari
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I love how simple this salad is to make. It's perfect for a weeknight meal.


Egbuniwe Patrick
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This salad is the perfect summer dish. It's light and refreshing, and it's packed with flavor.


Meshack Maina
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I'm not usually a fan of tomatoes, but I really enjoyed this salad. The dressing is what really makes it.


Mr Nadeem
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use fresh ingredients from my garden.


ChahaLahori ChachaLahoi
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I made this salad for a party and it was a big hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Kyrie Ward
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This salad was a refreshing and delicious summer dish. The tomatoes were sweet and juicy, the cucumbers were crisp and cool, and the mozzarella cheese was creamy and flavorful. The dressing was light and tangy, and it perfectly complemented the other