Description
Elevate your meals with this vibrant Cucumber Tomato Salad, a perfect blend of juicy tomatoes and crunchy cucumbers drizzled with a zesty dressing. This easy-to-make dish bursts with fresh flavors and bright colors, making it an ideal side for summer barbecues or a light lunch. Ready in under 20 minutes, it’s not just delicious; it’s also versatile – feel free to add your favorite veggies or cheese for a personalized touch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh cucumbers, sliced
- 2 cups ripe tomatoes, chopped
- ½ cup red onion, finely diced
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons vinegar (balsamic or red wine)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash the cucumbers and tomatoes thoroughly under running water. Slice the cucumbers into half-moons and chop tomatoes into bite-sized pieces.
- Finely dice the red onion. Soak in cold water if you prefer a milder flavor.
- Chop the parsley until you have about ¼ cup.
- In a small bowl, mix olive oil and vinegar in equal parts. Season generously with salt and pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, and parsley. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently until well-coated.
- Chill in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side
- Method: No cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg