Description

Cucumber Tomato Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that captures the essence of summer. This delightful salad features juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and aromatic fresh herbs, all drizzled with a light dressing of extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or light lunches, this quick and easy recipe bursts with flavor and color, making it an ideal side dish to impress your guests.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups cucumbers (sliced)
2 cups ripe tomatoes (diced)
1/4 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
1/4 cup fresh basil (chopped)
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Wash and slice cucumbers into rounds or half-moons; dice tomatoes into bite-sized pieces.
Peel and thinly slice the red onion; soak in water if you prefer a milder flavor.
Chop fresh basil until finely minced.
In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, and basil; drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Toss gently.
Season with salt and freshly cracked pepper to taste; chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: Mixing
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
Calories: 100
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 225mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 10g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: - For added richness, mix in feta cheese or olives. - Substitute fresh basil with dill or parsley based on preference. - Use flavored balsamic vinegar like fig or raspberry for an extra zing.