Easy Cucumber Tomato and Onion Salad
Bright, refreshing, and incredibly simple to make, this Easy Cucumber Tomato and Onion Salad is the perfect side dish for any meal. Packed with crisp cucumber slices, juicy tomato wedges, and tangy red onion, this salad is tossed in a light, zesty vinaigrette of olive oil, red wine vinegar, and fresh parsley for a burst of fresh flavor in every bite. Requiring just 15 minutes of prep and no cooking, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights, summer gatherings, or as a vibrant complement to grilled meats and seafood. Whether you serve it immediately or allow the flavors to meld, this healthy salad is sure to become a go-to in your rotation. Keywords: cucumber tomato salad, easy salad recipe, healthy side dish, summer salad.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large cucumber
- 3 medium tomatoes
- 1 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 and dry the cucumber, tomatoes, and parsley.
Peel the cucumber if desired, then slice it into thin rounds. Add to a large salad bowl.
Cut the tomatoes into bite-sized wedges or slices and add them to the bowl.
Peel the red onion, slice it thinly, and separate the rings. Add to the bowl.
Chop the parsley finely and sprinkle it over the vegetables.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper to make the vinaigrette.
Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently until the vegetables are evenly coated.
Serve immediately or let the salad sit for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
634 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.3 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.9 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1222 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.0 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.0 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.7 g | ||
| Protein | 10.0 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 211 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 2293 mg | 49% | |
*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.
