Cucumber Tomato Salad
Capture the essence of summer with this vibrant Cucumber Tomato Salad, a refreshing mix of crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and aromatic herbs. Perfect as a side dish for barbecues or a light lunch, this salad is easy to prepare and bursting with flavor. Enjoy it fresh or chilled for an invigorating taste that delights every palate.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh cucumbers, sliced
- 2 cups ripe tomatoes, chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash all vegetables under cold water. Slice cucumbers into half-moons and chop tomatoes into bite-sized pieces. Thinly slice the red onion.
- In a large bowl, combine sliced cucumbers, chopped tomatoes, and red onion.
- Add chopped basil leaves to the vegetable mixture and stir gently.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil and balsamic vinegar; season with salt and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss until well coated.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg