Description
Cucumber Tomato Salad is the ultimate summer dish, offering a refreshing medley of crisp cucumbers and juicy tomatoes dressed in a zesty olive oil and balsamic vinegar dressing. This vibrant salad is not only quick to prepare but also incredibly versatile, allowing you to customize it with your favorite ingredients. Perfect as a side for barbecues or enjoyed on its own, this salad promises a delightful burst of flavor that’s both satisfying and healthy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh cucumbers, sliced
- 2 cups ripe tomatoes, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and slice the cucumbers and dice the tomatoes.
- In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, tomatoes, and red onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Tear fresh basil leaves and add them to the vegetable mix.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently until well combined.
- Serve immediately on plates or in bowls, garnished with extra basil if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg