Mustard Free Gluten Free Caprese Cucumber Bites
Fresh mozzarella, ripe cherry tomatoes, and fragrant basil come together on crisp cucumber rounds for a bite-sized appetizer that looks stunning on any table. The combination of creamy, juicy, and herby in a single mouthful is genuinely hard to resist, and the balsamic glaze drizzled at the end adds a sweet, tangy finish that ties everything together beautifully. Because the whole thing is built from clean, whole ingredients — cucumber, fresh cheese, tomatoes, olive oil, and basil — there's no need to scan labels or worry about hidden condiments sneaking in. Mustard has a way of turning up in unexpected places, especially in dressings and glazes, but this recipe keeps things refreshingly straightforward with nothing that could trigger that concern. Assembly is simple and satisfying: layer, tuck, drizzle, and serve. These are perfect for entertaining because they come together quickly and disappear from the platter even faster.
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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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