Description
A fresh, vibrant, and easy-to-make Cucumber, Tomato & Onion Salad combining crisp cucumbers, juicy ripe tomatoes, and sharp onions with a light dressing of olive oil and lemon juice or vinegar. Perfect as a refreshing side or a light standalone dish, this salad delivers a delightful mix of textures and flavors in under 15 minutes.
Ingredients
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Vegetables
- 2 firm, fresh cucumbers
- 3 ripe, juicy tomatoes
- 1 medium red onion (or white/sweet onion as preferred)
Dressing
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice or vinegar
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Optional Additions
- Fresh herbs (parsley, basil, or dill), finely chopped
- Feta or mozzarella cheese, cubed or crumbled
- Chili flakes or jalapeños for heat
- Olives or capers
- Avocado chunks
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: Wash the cucumbers and tomatoes thoroughly. Slice the cucumbers into thin rounds or half-moons as preferred. Chop the tomatoes into bite-sized pieces. Thinly slice the onions to soften their flavor.
- Combine in a Bowl: Place the sliced cucumbers, chopped tomatoes, and onions together in a large mixing bowl. Toss lightly to mix the colors and textures.
- Dress the Salad: Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil and fresh lemon juice or vinegar evenly over the vegetables. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Gently toss again to coat the salad ingredients evenly without bruising them.
- Add Fresh Herbs (Optional): Finely chop your choice of fresh herbs such as parsley, basil, or dill and sprinkle on top to boost aroma and flavor.
Notes
- Use fresh, firm vegetables for the best texture and flavor.
- Add dressing gradually to avoid overpowering the salad.
- Allow the salad to rest for 10 minutes before serving to let flavors meld.
- Thinly slicing onions reduces their harshness and enhances sweetness.
- Chill the salad before serving for a refreshing effect.
- Consume within 1-2 days when stored in an airtight container refrigerated for optimal freshness.
- This salad is not suitable for freezing.
- Reheating is not recommended; serve chilled.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1.5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Cucumber salad, Tomato salad, Onion salad, Fresh vegetable salad, Mediterranean salad, Quick salad, Vegan salad, Gluten free salad
