Tomato Cucumber Salad with Avocado, Mozzarella, and Basil Pesto
A refreshing salad featuring ripe tomatoes, cucumbers, creamy avocado, and mozzarella, all tossed in basil pesto.
Ingredients
- 2 large ripe tomatoes, diced
- 1 large cucumber, diced
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella balls, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh basil pesto
- salt (to taste)
- pepper (to taste)
- fresh basil leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes and cucumbers.
- Add the diced avocado and halved mozzarella balls to the bowl.
- Drizzle the fresh basil pesto over the salad mixture.
- Gently toss all the ingredients together until well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Transfer the salad to a serving dish and garnish with fresh basil leaves.
- Serve immediately as a refreshing appetizer or side dish.
Notes
For added flavor, consider using heirloom tomatoes.
Nutrition
Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 18g | Sodium: 300mg