Description
Refreshing Cucumber Tomato Salad is the perfect dish for summer gatherings or as a light snack. This vibrant salad bursts with fresh flavors, combining crisp cucumbers and juicy tomatoes for a delightful experience. The addition of red onion and fragrant basil enhances its appeal, while a simple dressing of olive oil and balsamic vinegar ties everything together beautifully. Whether served alongside grilled chicken, as a taco filling, or on top of quinoa, this salad is versatile enough to complement any meal. Enjoy it chilled for a refreshing bite that’s both nourishing and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh cucumbers, diced
- 2 cups ripe tomatoes, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables by dicing the cucumbers and tomatoes.
- Thinly slice the red onion and chop the basil leaves. Combine them in a mixing bowl with the cucumbers and tomatoes.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss gently to combine.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg