Mediterranean Diet Friendly Gluten Free Caprese Cucumber Bites
These little bites are everything you want in a warm-weather appetizer — cool, crisp cucumber layered with creamy fresh mozzarella, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fragrant basil, all finished with a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze. The combination of ingredients practically defines the spirit of Mediterranean eating: whole vegetables, quality olive oil, fresh herbs, and minimal fuss. Because the base is cucumber instead of bread or crackers, there's no need to hunt down specialty products or worry about hidden gluten in processed alternatives. Assembly is straightforward — slice, stack, tuck a basil leaf, and drizzle — which means you can pull this together in minutes and spend more time actually enjoying it. The balsamic glaze adds a sweet, tangy finish that ties every element together beautifully without overpowering the freshness of the tomatoes and mozzarella. Serve these immediately after assembling and they'll disappear fast, so consider making a double batch if you're feeding a crowd.
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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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