Italian Cucumber Tomato Salad
Bright, fresh, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this Italian Cucumber Tomato Salad is a simple yet elegant dish that celebrates the best of summer produce. Crisp cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a hint of sharpness from red onion are perfectly complemented by aromatic fresh basil and a tangy red wine vinegar dressing infused with garlic and oregano. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook recipe is ideal for busy weeknights, barbecues, or as a refreshing side dish for any Italian-inspired meal. Serve it immediately for a vibrant crunch, or let it chill for a meld of delightful flavors. Naturally vegan, gluten-free, and loaded with nutrients, this easy salad is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium cucumber
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, and fresh basil leaves.
Slice the cucumbers into thin rounds or half-moons, depending on your preference.
Halve the cherry tomatoes.
Thinly slice half of a red onion.
Finely chop the fresh basil leaves and set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
In a large salad bowl, combine the cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and chopped basil.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Let the salad sit for 5-10 minutes at room temperature to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 1 hour before serving for a chilled option.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
533 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.3 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.7 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1211 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.1 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.4 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.3 g | ||
| Protein | 6.4 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 143 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1456 mg | 31% | |
*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.
