Description
This refreshing salad combines crisp cucumbers and juicy tomatoes, drizzled with a zesty dressing—an ideal side for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cucumbers, sliced (about 2 medium English cucumbers)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and slice cucumbers into half-moons. Halve cherry tomatoes.
- Thinly slice red onion; soak in cold water for a milder taste, if desired.
- Finely chop parsley and combine all ingredients in a large bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk olive oil and balsamic vinegar; season with salt and pepper.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss gently until evenly coated.
- Chill in the fridge for at least 15 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider including crumbled feta cheese or olives.
- Fresh herbs like basil or mint can elevate this salad even further.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 125mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg