Description
Enjoy the vibrant flavors of summer with this refreshing cucumber tomato salad. Bursting with crunchy cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and zesty dressing, this dish is perfect for any occasion—from backyard BBQs to light lunches. Quick and easy to prepare, it’s a colorful addition to your table that will impress friends and family alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh cucumbers, diced
- 2 cups ripe tomatoes, diced
- ½ cup red onion, finely chopped
- ½ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop the cucumbers and tomatoes into bite-sized pieces.
- Finely dice the red onion.
- In a large bowl, combine the cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion, and parsley.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss until well coated.
- Allow the salad to sit for 10 minutes before serving for enhanced flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Customize by adding feta cheese or olives for extra flavor. For a Mediterranean twist, incorporate bell peppers or avocado.