Cucumber Tomato Salad
Cucumber Tomato Salad is a delightful blend of fresh flavors that brings the essence of summer to your table. This colorful dish features juicy tomatoes and crispy cucumbers, beautifully tossed with a zesty vinaigrette and aromatic herbs. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s the perfect side for picnics, barbecues, or as a light meal that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups diced fresh cucumbers (about 2 medium cucumbers)
- 2 cups diced ripe tomatoes (about 3 medium tomatoes)
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil or parsley
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop cucumbers and tomatoes into bite-sized pieces.
- Thinly slice the red onion.
- In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, tomatoes, onion, and herbs.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat.
- Serve immediately or let sit for 10 minutes for flavors to meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, mix in crumbled feta cheese or olives. - Substitute cucumbers with zucchini for a unique twist. - Store leftovers in an airtight container without dressing for optimal freshness.