Here’s a fresh and simple Cucumber Tomato Salad—crisp, tangy, and perfect as a side 🥒🍅
Cucumber Tomato Salad (Serves 2–4)
Ingredients
- 2 medium cucumbers, sliced or diced
- 3–4 medium tomatoes, chopped or cherry tomatoes halved
- ½ small red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar or lemon juice
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- Optional: fresh herbs (parsley, basil, or dill)
Instructions
- Prepare vegetables
- Wash and slice cucumbers and tomatoes.
- Thinly slice onion if using.
- Make dressing
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar or lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Combine
- In a large bowl, toss cucumbers, tomatoes, and onion with the dressing.
- Serve
- Sprinkle chopped fresh herbs on top.
- Serve immediately, or chill 10–15 minutes for a cooler salad.
Tips
- Use ripe, firm tomatoes for best flavor
- Let the salad sit a few minutes to let flavors meld
- For extra crunch, add sliced radishes or bell peppers
Variations
- Feta version: Crumble feta cheese over the top
- Mediterranean twist: Add olives and a pinch of oregano
- Creamy version: Mix in 1–2 tbsp Greek yogurt or sour cream
I can also give a zesty version with a garlic-lemon dressing that really makes the flavors pop.
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