Description
This classic cucumber tomato salad brings together fresh ingredients for a burst of flavor in every bite. Perfect for quick dinners or as a refreshing side dish, it combines crisp cucumbers, ripe tomatoes, and tangy red onions. A healthy and delightful addition to your meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lb english cucumber
- 1/5 lb roma tomatoes, seeded (6-8)
- 1 red onion
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 1/4 cup olive oil, extra virgin
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
Instructions
- Cut the cucumbers and tomatoes in half, then remove the seeds. Cut each into roughly 1-inch chunks.
- Slice the red onion into thin half moons and combine all the vegetables in a large bowl.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the red wine vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Pour this mixture over the veggies and toss to coat.
- Refrigerate for 1 hour to overnight, then toss again before serving chilled.
Notes
For added flavor, let the salad sit in the fridge for longer to enhance the taste.
Feel free to add other fresh herbs like parsley or basil for an extra burst of flavor.
This salad can be served immediately but tastes best when chilled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
