Description
A crisp and refreshing Cucumber Tomato Salad perfect for summer, combining juicy tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and fresh herbs with a zesty olive oil and lemon dressing. This easy, healthy recipe is quick to prepare, low in calories, and pairs well as a versatile side dish or a light meal.
Ingredients
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Vegetables
- 2 firm, fresh cucumbers
- 2 cups ripe, juicy tomatoes (cherry or vine tomatoes)
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
Herbs
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, parsley, or dill, chopped
Dressing
- 3 tablespoons good quality olive oil
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice or vinegar
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: Wash the cucumbers and tomatoes thoroughly. Slice the cucumbers into thin rounds or half-moons. Halve cherry tomatoes or chop larger tomatoes into bite-sized pieces. Thinly slice the red onion to distribute its mild sharpness evenly.
- Combine Ingredients: Place cucumbers, tomatoes, sliced onions, and chopped fresh herbs into a large bowl. Gently toss to mingle the colors and textures evenly.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice or vinegar, salt, and pepper. Adjust acidity and seasoning to taste to create a bright and balanced dressing.
- Toss Salad with Dressing: Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss gently but thoroughly, ensuring every piece is lightly coated to maximize flavor.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the salad for at least 15 minutes to let the flavors meld and to enhance freshness before serving.
Notes
- Use the freshest ingredients for best flavor and texture.
- Lightly salt sliced cucumbers and drain excess water to prevent sogginess.
- Adjust lemon juice or vinegar gradually to balance acidity without overpowering.
- Chop herbs finely to evenly distribute their aroma.
- Serve chilled to maintain crispness and flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 80 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Cucumber salad, tomato salad, summer salad, healthy side dish, vegan salad, gluten-free salad