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Cucumber Tomato Salad

Crisp Cucumber Tomato Salad: Your Summer Refreshment

Delight in this refreshing Cucumber Tomato Salad, a perfect summer dish featuring crisp cucumbers and juicy tomatoes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Cucumbers English or Persian for best results
  • 2 cups Tomatoes Any ripe variety
  • 1 small Red Onion Soaked in cold water for milder flavor
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs (Dill, Parsley, Basil) For added freshness
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil High-quality extra-virgin
  • 2 tablespoons Vinegar or Lemon Juice Red wine vinegar is classic
  • 1 clove Garlic Optional, for depth of flavor
  • to taste Salt & Pepper Essential seasoning

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • small bowl
  • whisk
  • tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash and dry the cucumbers, then slice them into thin rounds or half-moons.
  2. Dice the ripe tomatoes, and thinly slice the red onion, soaking it in cold water for 10 minutes.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cucumbers, tomatoes, and red onion, mixing gently.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar or lemon juice, salt, pepper, and optional garlic.
  5. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat.
  6. Sprinkle fresh herbs on top, and toss lightly again to incorporate.
  7. Chill in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes before serving for best flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Best served fresh and chilled. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days, keeping the dressing separate.

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