String Bean, Tomato, Mozzarella & Cucumber Salad
Salad
Simple

String Bean, Tomato, Mozzarella & Cucumber Salad

Steamed string beans with Campari tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, and buffalo mozzarella.

"Simple, colorful, and bursting with summer flavor — this fresh salad is as beautiful as it is delicious!" - Alexia

20 Minutes
Total Time
6
Servings
Simple
Level

Ingredients

  • Fresh string beans (steamed and cooled)
  • Campari tomatoes (cut into wedges)
  • Fresh buffalo mozzarella (torn or sliced)
  • Red onion (thinly sliced)
  • Cucumbers (sliced)
  • Fresh basil (chopped)
  • Extra virgin olive oil (for drizzling)
  • Balsamic vinegar (to taste)
  • Balsamic glaze (for finishing drizzle)
  • Garlic salt (to taste)
  • Garlic powder (to taste)
  • Cracked black pepper (to taste)

Instructions

1

Prepare the Ingredients

Steam the fresh string beans until tender, then cool them down in cold water. Slice the Campari tomatoes, red onions, and cucumbers. Tear or slice the mozzarella and chop the basil.

2

Assemble the Salad

In a large bowl, combine the cooled string beans, tomatoes, mozzarella, red onions, cucumbers, and fresh basil.

3

Season and Dress

Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Season to taste with garlic salt, garlic powder, and cracked black pepper. Toss gently to combine.

4

Finish and Serve

Transfer to a serving platter and drizzle with balsamic glaze. Garnish with additional fresh basil if desired and serve chilled or at room temperature.