Description
Cucumber Tomato Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that captures the essence of summer in every bite. This salad is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a barbecue, enjoying a picnic, or simply looking for a quick side dish to complement your meal. Featuring crisp English cucumbers, juicy grape tomatoes, and zesty red onions, all tossed in a delightful vinaigrette, this recipe is not only quick to prepare but also highly customizable. Add your favorite herbs or spices to create a unique flavor profile that suits your taste. With its bright colors and fresh flavors, this salad is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 English cucumber
- 10 ounces grape or cherry tomatoes
- ½ small red onion
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red apple vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Slice the cucumber lengthwise and cut it into half-moon shapes.
- Halve the tomatoes and thinly slice the red onion.
- In a medium bowl, combine the cucumber, tomatoes, and onion.
- For the dressing, whisk together olive oil, red apple vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine.
- Optional: Stir in fresh herbs like parsley or basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg