Description
Cucumber Tomato Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that perfectly embodies the essence of summer. With its crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and zesty dressing, this salad is not just delicious; it’s also incredibly easy to prepare in under 15 minutes. Ideal for picnics, barbecues, or as a delightful side at dinner, it delivers a refreshing combination of flavors and textures that everyone will adore. Customize it with your favorite herbs or proteins to make it your own!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 English cucumber (unpeeled)
- 10 ounces grape or cherry tomatoes (halved)
- ½ small red onion (thinly sliced)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red apple vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Fresh herbs such as parsley, dill, or basil
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: Trim cucumber ends, halve lengthwise, and slice into ¼-inch half rounds. Combine cucumber, halved tomatoes, and sliced onion in a medium bowl.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red apple vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Combine and Serve: Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss gently to coat. Stir in any fresh herbs if desired. Serve immediately or chill briefly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Side
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added crunch, consider incorporating nuts or seeds. Allowing the salad to chill for about 30 minutes enhances flavor melding. Feel free to swap vegetables based on personal preference—bell peppers or avocados work wonderfully.