Cucumber Tomato Salad
Cucumber Tomato Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that captures the essence of summer. With fresh, crispy cucumbers and sweet, juicy tomatoes tossed in a light dressing, this salad is perfect for picnics, barbecues, or as a simple side. Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, it makes for an irresistible addition to any meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups ripe tomatoes, diced
- 2 cups crunchy cucumbers, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and dry the tomatoes and cucumbers. Dice them into bite-sized pieces.
- Thinly slice the red onion and soak it in cold water for about 10 minutes to reduce sharpness.
- In a large bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, cucumbers, soaked onion, and chopped parsley.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss until well combined.
- Allow the salad to rest for at least 15 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - For added flavor variation, consider adding crumbled feta cheese or swapping out herbs like basil or mint. - To maintain freshness and crunchiness, store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days.