Vegetarian Gluten Free Caprese Cucumber Bites
Cool, crisp cucumber rounds take the place of bread or crackers here, making these little stacked bites naturally light and completely free of gluten without any specialty swaps or substitutions. Each one is layered with creamy fresh mozzarella, a bright cherry tomato half, and a fragrant basil leaf, so every single bite delivers that classic Italian flavor combination in one clean mouthful. A drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze ties everything together with a touch of richness and tang that makes the whole platter look and taste far more impressive than the effort involved. These are the kind of appetizers that disappear fast at a party, but they're just as satisfying as a light lunch or a snack you actually feel good about eating. Because every ingredient is whole and straightforward, there's no label-reading anxiety — just fresh produce, good cheese, and a few pantry staples doing exactly what they're supposed to do. Assemble them right before serving to keep the cucumbers crisp and the basil vibrant, and don't skip the flaky sea salt — it makes everything pop.
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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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