Description
Welcome to this vibrant and refreshing Cucumber Tomato Salad recipe! Whether you’re looking for a light side dish for a summer barbecue or a simple, nutritious lunch, this salad is the perfect solution. Packed with fresh vegetables and bursting with flavor, it’s a dish that can be enjoyed by everyone. Keep reading to discover how you can easily prepare this healthy, delicious meal at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium cucumbers, sliced
- 4 medium tomatoes, diced
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: Feta cheese, crumbled (for extra flavor)
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables: Begin by washing all the vegetables thoroughly. Slice the cucumbers, dice the tomatoes, and thinly slice the red onion.
- Combine the ingredients: In a large salad bowl, toss together the cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion, and fresh parsley.
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper. Adjust the seasoning to your taste preference.
- Toss the salad: Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.
- Optional toppings: If you’re adding feta cheese, sprinkle it on top just before serving.
Cooking tip: For a more flavorful salad, let it sit in the refrigerator for about 20 minutes after adding the dressing. This will allow the vegetables to absorb the flavors of the dressing, making the salad even more delicious.
Notes
- Use fresh ingredients: Since this salad relies heavily on the natural flavor of the vegetables, be sure to use the freshest cucumbers and tomatoes you can find.
- Customize to your taste: Feel free to add extra herbs like basil or mint for a fresh twist. You can also experiment with different types of vinegar or lemon juice in the dressing for a slightly different flavor.