Best Tomato Cucumber Mozzarella Salad Recipes

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TOMATO-CUCUMBER MOZZARELLA SALAD



Tomato-Cucumber Mozzarella Salad image

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

TOMATO CUCUMBER SALAD WITH MOZZARELLA



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Red wine vinaigrette perks up this medley of crisp cucumbers, bright red tomatoes and creamy mozzarella cheese. This one looks just as good as it tastes. Thanks to Renae Boothroyd of Raeford, North Carolina for sharing the recipe.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

5 plum tomatoes, chopped
1 medium cucumber, coarsely chopped
8 ounces cubed part-skim mozzarella cheese
1 cup red or white wine vinaigrette

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the tomatoes, cucumber and cheese. Add dressing; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 188 calories, Fat 15g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 632mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

TOMATO, CUCUMBER & MOZZARELLA SALAD



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This is a marvelous salad that uses the same dressing as the marinade for my Grilled Stuffed Chicken (recipe #88887). Prepare these two together for a fantastic summer meal.

Provided by Claudia Dawn

Categories     Low Protein

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cucumbers, peeled, quartered lengthwise & sliced
4 tomatoes, halved and quartered
2 garlic cloves, chopped
6 -8 green onions, tops only, chopped
4 ounces mozzarella cheese, cut into small cubes
1 cup olive oil
1 cup red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried basil
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • Combine 1st 5 ingredients and toss.
  • Mix oil& vinegar, add seasoning and whisk thoroughly.
  • Pour over salad.
  • Drain& set aside dressing that runs off.
  • (If preparing Grilled Stuffed Chicken with this salad - the remainder can be used as the marinade).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 642.6, Fat 61, SaturatedFat 11.3, Cholesterol 22.4, Sodium 199, Carbohydrate 16.7, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 7.9, Protein 9.6

CUCUMBER OLIVE TOMATO SALAD WITH MOZZARELLA



CUCUMBER OLIVE TOMATO SALAD WITH MOZZARELLA image

Categories     Vegetable     Side     No-Cook     Vegetarian

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cucumbers, peeled, halved lengthwise, seeded, and cut into 1/2-inch wide pieces
1 tablespoon kosher salt
3/4pound fresh mozzarella, cut into tiny 1/2 inch squares
1 cup Kalamata or other brine-cured black olives
(5 ounces) halved and pitted
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon finely minced fresh basil
1 teaspoon finely minced fresh oregano

Steps:

  • 1. Toss the cucumbers and salt in a large strainer or colander set over a bowl. Fill a gallon-size zipper-lock plastic bag with ice water and set the bag on top of the cucumber pieces. Drain for 1 hour. 2. Meanwhile, whisk the vinegar, oil, pepper and herbs together in a small bowl and set the dressing aside, stirring occasionally. Add the tomatoes, olives, herbs, and the oil to the cucumbers and toss to blend. 3. Stir the olives, and mozzarella into the dressing. Thoroughly rinse the cucumber pieces until cold, running water and pat dry with paper towels. Toss the cucumber with the dressing. Add the cherry tomatoes just before serving.

TOMATO - CUCUMBER MOZZARELLA SALAD RECIPE - (4.7/5)



Tomato - Cucumber Mozzarella Salad Recipe - (4.7/5) image

Provided by Jac_M

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 onions, thinly sliced
12 pitted Greek olives, sliced
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced
1 tablespoon fresh basil, minced
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 the tomatoes, cucumber, green pepper, onions, olives, parsley and basil. For dressing, in a small bowl, whisk the oil, vinegars, sugar, salt, oregano and pepper. Pour over salad; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes. Just before serving, stir in cheese. Serve with a slotted spoon.

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