Cucumber Tomato Salad

Cucumber Tomato Salad is the quintessential summer dish that bursts with fresh flavors and vibrant colors. This easy-to-make salad combines juicy vine tomatoes and crisp English cucumbers, tossed in a zesty homemade dressing. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or as a light meal, this salad is not only refreshing but also a nutritious option that's low in calories and high in vitamins. With minimal prep time of just 20 minutes, you can enjoy a delightful dish that enhances any meal. Customize it with your favorite herbs or add-ins for a personal touch!

Prep Time20 mins

Course: Sides Cuisine: Mediterranean Keyword: Use ripe vine tomatoes for maximum flavor. Fresh herbs enhance the taste; feel free to experiment with different ones! Letting the salad sit allows flavors to meld beautifully. Servings: Serves 4 Calories: 120kcal Author: Tisha

Ingredients

8 small vine cocktail tomatoes
1 English cucumber
1/4 red onion
Fresh parsley and cilantro
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 squeeze lemon juice
1 pinch pepper
1 teaspoon kosher salt
3 cloves garlic (minced)
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 pinch brown sugar
2 tablespoons parsley (fresh, chopped)
2 tablespoons cilantro (fresh, chopped)
2 pinches salt
2 pinches pepper

Instructions

Cut tomatoes into wedges and halve them to release juices.
Slice the cucumber into quarter-inch rounds after trimming the ends.
In a mixing bowl, combine tomatoes, brown sugar, onion, herbs, salt, and pepper.
Whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, brown sugar, and basil in a glass measuring cup.
Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently stir to combine.
Cover the salad and let it marinate for at least one hour before serving.

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