Description
Cucumber Tomato Salad is a delightful and refreshing dish that embodies the flavors of summer. This easy-to-make salad combines juicy vine-ripened tomatoes with crunchy English cucumbers, creating a vibrant medley that’s perfect for barbecues, picnics, or as a light lunch. Tossed with fresh herbs and a zesty dressing, each bite is bursting with flavor. Whether you’re entertaining guests or enjoying a quiet meal at home, this salad is sure to impress. Quick to prepare and packed with healthy ingredients, it’s the ideal choice for anyone looking for a nutritious side dish that doesn’t skimp on taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 Small Vine Cocktail Tomatoes
- 1 English Cucumber
- 1/4 Red Onion (thinly sliced)
- 2 Tablespoons Parsley (fresh, chopped)
- 2 Tablespoons Cilantro (fresh, chopped)
- 2 Pinches Salt
- 2 Pinches Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Dried Basil (or 2 teaspoons fresh, chopped)
- 1/2 Cup Olive Oil
- 1/4 Cup Red Wine Vinegar
- 1 Squeeze Lemon Juice
- 3 Cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 Pinch Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
- 1 Pinch Brown Sugar
Instructions
- Cut tomatoes into wedges and halve them.
- Slice cucumber lengthwise and then into 1/4-inch pieces.
- In a mixing bowl, combine tomatoes, onion, herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Whisk together olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, pepper, kosher salt, and brown sugar in a measuring cup.
- Pour dressing over vegetable mixture; toss well. Chill for 1-6 hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg