Description
A fresh and delicious Tomato Cucumber Salad that brings a burst of freshness with every bite. Perfect for quick meals or a healthy side dish, this salad is easy to prepare and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe tomatoes, chopped (about 2 cups)
- 1 cucumber, peeled and diced (about 1½ cups)
- 1 small white or red onion, chopped (about ½ cup)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, or to taste
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (optional)
- 1 tablespoon fresh herbs like basil, dill, or parsley (optional)
- ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar (optional)
Instructions
- Wash all vegetables thoroughly under cold running water.
- Chop tomatoes into bite-sized pieces. For less juice, consider removing seeds first.
- Peel cucumber if desired, cut in half lengthwise, and slice into half-moons.
- Dice onion finely for even distribution of flavor.
- In a large bowl, combine chopped tomatoes, cucumber, and onion.
- Drizzle fresh lemon juice over the vegetables.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- If desired, add olive oil, herbs, or additional seasonings.
- Gently toss all ingredients until evenly coated.
- Let the salad rest for 10-15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, salt the cucumbers before adding to the salad and let drain.
- Soaking the onion in cold water can reduce its sharpness while keeping its crunch.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: undefined
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 75
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: 1
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: 8
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 2
- Cholesterol: N/A