Artificial Food Coloring Free Gluten Free Caprese Cucumber Bites
These little bites are the kind of appetizer that disappears from the platter before you even finish setting it down. Crisp cucumber rounds are layered with creamy fresh mozzarella, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fragrant basil, then finished with a drizzle of olive oil and balsamic glaze for a combination that tastes like summer in every single bite. Because the whole dish is built from whole, recognizable ingredients, there's no need to squint at a label hunting for synthetic dyes or artificial colorings hiding in a sauce or seasoning blend. The balsamic glaze brings that gorgeous deep color naturally, and the vibrant reds and greens come straight from real tomatoes and fresh basil — no shortcuts needed. Assembly is refreshingly simple: slice, stack, drizzle, and serve. These are a brilliant option for parties, potlucks, or a light lunch when you want something that looks impressive without any of the ingredient anxiety.
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6 servings
- 2 large english cucumbers
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella, sliced into ¼-inch rounds
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
- ¼ tsp flaky sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
- 1
Slice the cucumbers into rounds about 1/2-inch thick, discarding the ends. Arrange them in a single layer on a serving platter.
- 2
Place one slice of fresh mozzarella on each cucumber round, trimming any slices that overhang significantly.
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