Ginger Free Gluten Free Caprese Cucumber Bites
Fresh mozzarella, ripe cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and fragrant basil come together in one of the most effortless appetizers you can put on a table. Each bite delivers that classic caprese combination — creamy, juicy, and bright — but swapped onto a cool cucumber round instead of bread, keeping things light and naturally gluten free. A drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze ties everything together with a sweet, tangy finish that looks far more impressive than the effort involved. For anyone navigating a sensitivity to ginger, this recipe is a genuine breath of fresh air — every single ingredient is straightforward, with no spice blends or marinades hiding anything unexpected. Assembly is simple and almost meditative: slice, stack, drizzle, done. These are ideal for entertaining because they can be arranged on a platter in minutes and disappear just as fast.
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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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