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Cucumber Tomato Salad

Cucumber Tomato Salad: A Refreshing Summer Delight

Cucumber Tomato Salad is a vibrant, flavorful summer dish that's gluten-free and perfect for picnics, packed with fresh vegetables.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 large English Cucumber Adds crunch and freshness; no need to peel for optimal texture.
  • 2 cups Grape or Cherry Tomatoes Provides sweetness and vibrant color; halved for easy eating.
  • 1/2 medium Red Onion Offers sharpness and a hint of spice; soak in ice water for a milder flavor.
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Acts as a base for the dressing, adding richness.
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar Provides tanginess to balance flavors.
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Adds sweetness to offset acidity; can be replaced with agave or sugar.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Enhances all flavors; use fine sea salt as a substitute.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Adds mild heat; freshly cracked is recommended for best flavor.
Optional Fresh Herbs
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs Parsley, dill, or basil can elevate flavors.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Trim the ends of the English cucumber, slice it lengthwise, and cut into ¼-inch thick half rounds.
  2. Thinly slice the red onion and set aside in a medium mixing bowl.
Combine Vegetables
  1. In the same medium bowl, combine the sliced cucumber, halved grape or cherry tomatoes, and thinly sliced red onion.
  2. Gently toss the vegetables together to ensure even distribution.
Make Dressing
  1. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, honey, kosher salt, and freshly cracked black pepper.
Toss Salad
  1. Pour the homemade dressing over the combined vegetables and gently toss until coated.
Finish with Herbs
  1. Gently stir in your choice of fresh herbs and ensure they are evenly distributed.
Serve or Chill
  1. Serve immediately or let marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 1gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For optimal flavor, consume as fresh as possible. If preparing ahead, make the dressing separately and add just before serving.

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