Description
Mediterranean cucumber tomato salad brings fresh summer flavors to your table with crisp vegetables and zesty herbs. Tangy dressing and quick preparation make this simple dish a perfect light side that delights diners seeking cool, refreshing tastes.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 long English cucumber, sliced
- 2–3 large tomatoes, diced
- 0.5 red onion, sliced
Herbs and Optional Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon fresh herbs (parsley, basil, and/or dill), optional
Dressing Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) red wine vinegar
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare vegetables by thinly slicing cucumber and red onion into delicate half-moons, then chop tomatoes into bite-sized cubes for optimal texture and visual appeal.
- Transfer sliced and chopped vegetables into a spacious mixing bowl, ensuring even distribution and room for gentle mixing.
- Finely chop fragrant fresh herbs like basil or parsley, sprinkling them over the vegetable medley to enhance aromatic complexity.
- Create a light dressing by drizzling extra virgin olive oil and tangy red wine vinegar across the salad, allowing the liquid to cascade evenly.
- Carefully season the vegetable mixture with kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper, adjusting quantities to personal taste preferences.
- Using a soft spatula or salad servers, gently fold and toss ingredients together, ensuring herbs and dressing coat every vegetable piece without bruising delicate components.
- Serve immediately to preserve crisp textures and vibrant flavors, presenting the salad as a refreshing side dish or light summer accompaniment.
Notes
- Slice vegetables thinly for the most elegant and uniform texture in every bite.
- Choose ripe, firm tomatoes and crisp cucumbers to ensure maximum flavor and crunch.
- Marinate the salad for 10-15 minutes before serving to let herbs and vinaigrette deeply infuse the vegetables.
- For a protein boost, add crumbled feta cheese or diced grilled chicken to transform this light salad into a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg