A quick and tangy no-cook mozzarella salad made with fresh cherry tomatoes, mini cucumbers, red onion, and creamy mozzarella pearls. Perfect for busy weekdays or lazy weekends.
Prep time: 10 min | Cook time: 0 min | Kid-approved
A crisp, tangy, no-cook banger for busy weekdays, lazy weekends, or whenever you need a bowl of joy.
This is the kind of snack-meal hybrid that hits every note: creamy mozzarella, crunchy cukes, juicy tomatoes, and that perfect zing from vinegar and olive oil. No cooking. No stress. Just mix, sit back, and vibe.
Ingredients:
1 pint organic grape tomatoes, halved
3 mini cucumbers, sliced
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
8 oz fresh mozzarella pearls
Extra virgin olive oil (EVOO), to taste
Red wine vinegar, to taste
Kosher salt, to taste
Fresh cracked black pepper, to taste
Instructions:
Add the halved tomatoes, sliced cucumbers, red onion, and mozzarella pearls to a large bowl.
Drizzle generously with EVOO and a splash (or two) of red wine vinegar.
Season with kosher salt and black pepper.
Toss gently to coat, then let sit for 10 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Serve with a spoon, a fork, or straight from the bowl—no judgment.
Optional Upgrades:
Add torn fresh basil or a sprinkle of dried oregano
Want to bulk it up? Add:
A scoop of farro or cooked chickpeas
A smear of hummus underneath like a salad “base”
Toasted pita chips or a warm flatbread on the side
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