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Refreshing Tomato and Cucumber Salad

A Crisp, Summer-Ready Salad Bursting with Fresh Flavors

4servings
10 min
Easy
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Refreshing Tomato and Cucumber Salad

About this recipe

This delightful tomato and cucumber salad combines juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and vibrant herbs, making it a perfect summer dish. Enhanced with a light vinaigrette, it’s easy to prepare and pairs beautifully with any meal.

Ingredients

  • 2 large tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 large cucumber, chopped
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh mixed herbs (parsley, basil, and/or dill), chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

  1. 1

    Combine the chopped tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion in a large bowl.

  2. 2

    Whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl.

  3. 3

    Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.

  4. 4

    Sprinkle fresh herbs over the salad.

  5. 5

    Briefly refrigerate for 20 minutes to meld flavors.

  6. 6

    Serve chilled as a refreshing side dish.

Chef's tip

Feel free to adjust the herbs based on personal preference for a unique flavor twist.

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