Heart-Healthy Cucumber Tomato Salad
Elevate your healthy eating game with this vibrant Heart-Healthy Cucumber Tomato Salad, a quick and refreshing dish that's perfect for any occasion. Packed with crisp English cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, and flavorful red onion, this salad bursts with fresh, garden-inspired flavors. A simple yet zesty dressing of extra virgin olive oil and lemon juice ties the ingredients together while keeping things light and nutritious. Fresh parsley adds an herby brightness, and optional feta crumbles provide a creamy, tangy touch for those who like a little indulgence. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook recipe is ideal for busy weeknights, meal preps, or as a show-stopping side dish at BBQs and potlucks. Pair it with grilled chicken or enjoy it solo as a low-calorie, heart-smart snack! Stay light, fresh, and flavorful with this wholesome salad recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large English cucumber
- 2 cups Cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 medium Red onion
- 0.25 cup Fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Feta cheese crumbles (optional)
Instructions
Start by washing the cucumber thoroughly. Slice it in half lengthwise and then into thin slices to create half-moons. Add to a large mixing bowl.
Rinse and halve the cherry tomatoes. Add them to the bowl with the cucumber.
Peel the red onion and slice very thinly. Add the slices to the bowl.
Chop the fresh parsley finely and sprinkle it over the salad mixture.
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, sea salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss everything gently to coat the vegetables evenly.
If using feta cheese, sprinkle the crumbles over the top of the salad.
Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve the cucumber tomato salad as a refreshing side dish to any meal or enjoy on its own as a healthy snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
699 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.6 g | 70% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.1 g | 110% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 107 mg | 36% | |
| Sodium | 2549 mg | 111% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.7 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.4 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.6 g | ||
| Protein | 23.0 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 722 mg | 56% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 1485 mg | 32% | |
*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.
