Description
Cucumber Tomato Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish that captures the essence of summer. With its crisp cucumbers and juicy ripe tomatoes, this salad is not only visually appealing but also bursting with flavor. Perfect for potlucks, BBQs, or simply enjoying on a warm day, it’s a versatile side that complements any meal. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, this salad will elevate your dining experience and leave everyone asking for the recipe.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh cucumbers, diced
- 2 cups ripe tomatoes, diced
- 1/2 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 cucumbers and tomatoes thoroughly; pat dry.
- Dice cucumbers and tomatoes into uniform pieces.
- Add sliced red onion and chopped parsley to the bowl.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil and balsamic vinegar; drizzle over the salad.
- Gently toss all ingredients until coated; serve immediately for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added creaminess, consider mixing in feta cheese or avocado. To give it a spicy kick, add sliced jalapeños or red pepper flakes. Chill the salad briefly before serving to enhance its refreshing qualities.