Summer Tomato and Cucumber Salad
Bright, refreshing, and bursting with summer flavors, this Summer Tomato and Cucumber Salad is the ultimate warm-weather side dish. Juicy ripe tomatoes, crisp English cucumber, and zesty red onion come together with a drizzle of tangy red wine vinaigrette, lightly sweetened with a touch of honey. Fresh parsley adds an aromatic finish, while optional crumbled feta cheese brings a creamy, salty contrast. This no-cook recipe is ready in just 15 minutes and perfect for barbecues, picnics, or a light lunch. Whether served immediately or chilled for an extra-refreshing bite, this colorful salad celebrates the best produce of the season.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Ripe tomatoes
- 1 large English cucumber
- 0.5 small Red onion
- 0.25 cup Fresh parsley
- 3 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 1.5 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Feta cheese (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Wash all the vegetables thoroughly under cold water.
Slice the tomatoes into bite-sized wedges and place them in a large bowl.
Peel the cucumber if desired, then slice it in half lengthwise. Use a spoon to scrape out the seeds if preferred, and slice the cucumber into thin half-moons. Add to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Peel and thinly slice the red onion. Add it to the bowl along with the vegetables.
Roughly chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the salad.
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, honey, kosher salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the tomato and cucumber mixture. Gently toss everything together to coat the vegetables with the dressing evenly.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt or pepper to preference.
If desired, sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top for an added layer of flavor.
Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes before serving for a cooler salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
174 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.8 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.7 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 13 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 328 mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.8 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.6 g | ||
| Protein | 3.9 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 104 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 440 mg | 9% | |
*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.
