We’re crazy for this Tomato Cucumber Mozzarella Salad. This quick and easy vegetarian side dish is full of flavor and a breeze to toss together!
If I had things my way…
Mornings would not be marked by the incessant beeping of the alarm clock.
Instead our alarms would be equipped to brew a piping hot cup of coffee just seconds before our scheduled wake-up call. The smell alone would lure us from our pillow. Every morning would be the best ever, I’m sure of it!
Laundry would fold itself.
At the very least, a small flock of chirping cartoon birds could fold it for us. It’s not much to ask…
Group fitness classes would not only be followed by a stretch sesh… but by a massage. If that’s not motivation enough to hit the gym, I don’t know what is. (Though buns of steel are pretty motivating!)
Everyone would get along and no one would go hungry. Period. End of discussion.
And finally, if I had things my way…
You’d eat your vegetables.
Start with this:
Gahhhh those colors! *cue heart eyes*
This vibrant salad is fancy enough for date night or entertaining, but fuss-free enough for weekday lunches and dinners. Woot!
It features juicy ripe Summer tomatoes tossed with mozzarella balls, chickpeas, red onion, and cucumber and dressed in a speedy homemade dressing kissed with fresh basil and olive oil. So delish!
Tomato Cucumber Mozzarella Salad
The recipe below yields about 4 servings and can easily be doubled or tripled for a crowd! Only need a little? Feel free to halve it!
Serve it up as a fuss-free side dish to pair with grilled chicken or roasted veggies, or bring this beauty along to your next party or potluck!
Tomato Mozzarella Chickpea Salad
Ingredients
- ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion
- 8 oz cherry tomatoes
- ½ English cucumber
- 1 cup chickpeas
- 3 TBSP extra virgin olive oil
- 1 TBSP apple cider vinegar or red wine vinegar
- ¼ tsp sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½-¾ cup mozzarella balls (cubed mozzarella works too)
- fresh basil to taste
Instructions
- In a large salad bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper for the dresing.
- Thinly slice red onion. I use about 1/4 cup for this salad but you're welcome to use extra. To take some of the edge of the onion, add it to the dressing to soak while you prep the salad.
- Halve your cherry tomatoes and thinly slice your cucumber. If you'd like, you could also serve the cucumber diced – anything goes when it comes to salads!
- Drain and rinse chickpeas if using canned.
- Rinse basil in cold water, pat dry, and chop. I usually opt for about 2-3 TBSP basil chiffonade in my salad. Feel free to use more or less if preferred.
- Add your veggies, basil, and mozzarella to the dressing bowl and mix to coat.
- Feel free to dress the salad with any extra salt, pepper, and basil that your heart desires. It's deliciously easy to customize so have fun with it and enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition
Q: Can I make this without onions?
Yes absolutely! The original recipe from 2017 didn’t have onions in it. I started adding onions when I made it and really loved the flavor boost! You’re welcome to make the salad with or without them as it’s great both ways!
Tell me more about this tomato cucumber salad!
This mozzarella kissed salad is fantastic! I went medium-light on the basil for my picky husband and then just sprinkled a little extra on mine – deeeelish! We served it up alongside grilled steak and portobello mushrooms and I’m certain it would be amazing with pretty much any protein and veggie combo ever!
The flavors channel the delicious and bold simplicity of a Caprese salad but with extra mix-ins like cool crunchy cucumbers and tender chickpeas. Love it so!
You could even toss some fresh chopped or sliced avocado into the mix at the end if you’re feeling fancy! Just add a little extra dressing/spices to compensate and you’re good to go. Enjoy!
crazy for chickpeas?
- Strawberry Basil Chickpea Salad Sandwich
- Crispy Roasted Shawarma Chickpeas
- Instant Pot Creamy Tomato Soup with Crispy Parmesan Chickpeas
- Greek Chickpea Salad
If you get a chance to try this Tomato Cucumber Mozzarella Salad recipe, let me know!
Leave me a comment or review using the form below. I’m always so excited to hear from you, and can’t wait to hear all about your tasty creation!
Questions & Reviews
Loved the tomato chickpea mozzarella salad. It went well with chicken salad on croissants.
Easy & delicious! I used feta cheese, awesome!
Woot! So happy to hear it Penny, thanks!
Yesssss do it! While tomatoes are still ripe AF! 🙂