Tomato Cucumber and Red Pepper Relish
Bright, fresh, and bursting with flavor, this Tomato, Cucumber, and Red Pepper Relish is the ultimate quick and healthy side dish or topping that elevates any meal. Combining the juicy sweetness of ripe tomatoes, the crispness of cucumber, and the vibrant crunch of red bell pepper, this no-cook recipe is perfectly balanced with the zesty tang of red wine vinegar, a drizzle of honey, and a hint of garlic. Ready in just 15 minutes, this relish is tossed in a light olive oil dressing and finished with fresh parsley, making it a versatile addition to grilled meats, sandwiches, or crackers. Serve it fresh or prepare ahead for even deeper, more harmonious flavors. Perfect for summer gatherings or weeknight dinners, this colorful relish is as nutritious as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium ripe tomatoes
- 1 large cucumber
- 1 large red bell pepper
- 1 small red onion
- 3 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 clove garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash all produce thoroughly under running water and pat dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Dice the tomatoes into small, uniform pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Peel the cucumber (optional) and dice it into pieces similar in size to the tomatoes. Add to the mixing bowl.
Remove the seeds and core from the red bell pepper, then finely dice it and add it to the bowl.
Finely chop the red onion and fresh parsley, then stir them into the mixture.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, honey, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
Let the relish sit for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve immediately as a topping, dip, or side dish, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
115 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.1 g | 9% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.0 g | 5% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 254 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.1 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.4 g | ||
| Protein | 2.1 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 35 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 443 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.
