Cucumber and Tomato Salad
Bright, refreshing, and bursting with vibrant flavor, this cucumber and tomato salad is the ultimate quick and healthy side dish. Featuring crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and zesty red onions, this recipe is brought to life with a simple dressing of olive oil, red wine vinegar, and fresh parsley for an herby finish. Perfect for summer picnics, BBQs, or as a light addition to any meal, this no-cook recipe comes together in just 15 minutes and serves four. Its minimal ingredients and bold, natural flavors make it both a crowd-pleaser and a great option for anyone seeking a fuss-free, nutritious dish. Serve it chilled to let the zesty dressing infuse and elevate every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium cucumber
- 4 medium tomato
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Wash the cucumbers and tomatoes thoroughly under cold water.
Peel the cucumbers if desired, and slice them into thin rounds or half-moons.
Chop the tomatoes into bite-sized wedges or cubes.
Peel and thinly slice the red onion into rings or half-rings.
Roughly chop the fresh parsley.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cucumber slices, tomato pieces, and red onion slices.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the cucumber and tomato mixture in the large mixing bowl.
Gently toss the salad to ensure the vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.
Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the top as a garnish.
Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
671 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.5 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.8 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5895 mg | 256% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 66.2 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.9 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 49.8 g | ||
| Protein | 8.5 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 154 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 1607 mg | 34% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
