This cucumber tomato salad is a light and perfect for warm weather. Made with fresh cucumbers, ripe tomatoes, and a zesty dressing, it offers a burst of flavor and is easy to prepare.
The recipe is simple and requires minimal ingredients, making it a great side dish for barbecues, picnics, or everyday meals.
This salad features crisp cucumbers and juicy tomatoes tossed in a tangy vinaigrette. It takes about 15 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 2 large cucumbers, diced
- 3 medium tomatoes, diced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
Instructions
- Prep the Vegetables: Wash and dice the cucumbers and tomatoes. Thinly slice the red onion and chop the parsley.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, pepper, and oregano.
- Combine: In a large bowl, combine the cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion, and parsley. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve: Allow the salad to sit for about 5 minutes for the flavors to meld, then serve chilled or at room temperature.
Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 servings
- Calories: 120cal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 8g