Description
A simple, fresh, and colorful cucumber tomato salad made with sliced cucumbers, ripe tomatoes, and red onion, tossed in a light vinaigrette. Perfect as a side for any summer meal.
Ingredients
2 cucumbers, sliced
3 ripe tomatoes, chopped
1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon vinegar or lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon sugar or honey
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Slice cucumbers, chop tomatoes, and thinly slice the red onion.
- Combine all vegetables in a large mixing bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar or lemon juice, sugar or honey, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss to coat evenly.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.
- Give it a quick stir before serving and enjoy chilled.
Notes
- Add feta cheese or olives for a Mediterranean twist.
- Mix in herbs like dill, parsley, or basil for extra freshness.
- Chickpeas, avocado, or cooked pasta can make it heartier.
- Serve cold and stir before serving if made ahead.
- No reheating needed—best enjoyed chilled.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
