Low Fat Fresh Tomato and Cucumber Salad
Brighten up your mealtime with this Low Fat Fresh Tomato and Cucumber Salad, a vibrant and refreshing dish perfect for healthy eating! Packed with juicy cherry tomatoes, cool cucumber slices, and a touch of sharp red onion, this salad is elevated by the herbaceous flavor of fresh parsley and mint. The zingy lemon juice and light drizzle of extra virgin olive oil create a simple yet flavorful dressing, while a sprinkle of salt and black pepper ties every bite together. Ready in just 15 minutes, this quick-to-prepare salad is ideal for a light lunch, a side dish for grilled meats, or a refreshing addition to your summer menu. Low in fat, full of flavor, and bursting with garden-fresh goodness, it’s a must-try for anyone seeking a healthy, vegan-friendly option.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cherry tomatoes
- 1 large Cucumber
- 0.25 cup Red onion
- 0.5 cup Fresh parsley
- 0.25 cup Fresh mint
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Rinse the cherry tomatoes under cold water and pat dry with a clean towel. Cut them in half and place them in a large salad bowl.
Peel the cucumber if desired, and slice it into thin rounds. Add the cucumber slices to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Peel the red onion and slice it thinly. Measure out a quarter cup and add it to the salad bowl.
Rinse the fresh parsley and mint, then pat them dry with a towel. Chop the parsley and mint finely and add them to the bowl.
In a small mixing bowl, combine the lemon juice and extra virgin olive oil. Whisk together until well combined to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the vegetables in the salad bowl.
Sprinkle the salt and black pepper over the salad, then gently toss everything together to coat the vegetables evenly with the dressing.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for a bit to let the flavors meld before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
271 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.5 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.3 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1226 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.4 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.6 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.2 g | ||
| Protein | 6.9 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 167 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 1661 mg | 35% | |
*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.
