Description
Cucumber and Tomato Salad is the ultimate summer dish, combining the refreshing crunch of cucumbers with the juicy sweetness of ripe tomatoes. This vibrant salad is quick to prepare, taking under 15 minutes, making it perfect for barbecues, picnics, or as a light lunch. The bright colors and fresh flavors will tantalize your taste buds and elevate any meal. Enjoy this delightful medley chilled, and let each bite transport you to sun-drenched days.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium fresh cucumbers, diced
- 3 medium ripe tomatoes, diced
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley or basil, chopped
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash cucumbers and tomatoes under cool water; dice into bite-sized pieces.
- Thinly slice red onion and chop parsley or basil.
- In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, and herbs.
- Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice over the mixture; season with salt and pepper.
- Toss gently until well combined; let sit for 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg