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Refreshing Cucumber Tomato Salad

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This vibrant cucumber tomato salad is a quintessential summer dish that bursts with flavor and freshness. Crisp cucumbers and juicy tomatoes come together in a harmonious blend, making it the ideal accompaniment for picnics or casual gatherings. Quick to prepare and visually appealing, this salad enhances any meal, transforming bites into delightful experiences that evoke memories of sun-soaked days spent with friends and family.

  • Total Time: 0 hours
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups firm cucumbers (sliced into half-moons)
  • 2 cups ripe tomatoes (cut into wedges)
  • 1/2 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil or parsley (chopped)
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic or red wine vinegar
  • Salt and freshly cracked pepper (to taste)

Instructions

  1. Wash the cucumbers and tomatoes thoroughly. Slice the cucumbers into half-moons and tomatoes into wedges.
  2. Thinly slice the red onion and chop the fresh herbs.
  3. In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, and herbs. Toss gently to mix.
  4. Drizzle olive oil and vinegar over the salad, then season generously with salt and pepper. Toss again until well coated.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.
  • Author: DANIEL LAWSON
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: N/A
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
  • Calories: 80
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg