Brighten up your table with this Zesty Gazpacho Saladโa refreshing, no-cook dish that captures the vibrant flavors of summer in every bite. Bursting with crisp cucumber, juicy tomatoes, sweet bell peppers, and a touch of zesty red onion, this salad is elevated by a bold vinaigrette featuring extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, fresh lemon juice, and earthy cumin. Fresh parsley and cilantro add irresistible herbal notes, while crunchy croutons lend a delightful texture just before serving. Ready in just 20 minutes, this chilled, Mediterranean-inspired salad is perfect as a side dish, a light lunch, or even a healthy party option. Its vibrant colors and robust flavors make it a stunning crowd-pleaser, ideal for warm-weather dining.
Wash all vegetables thoroughly and pat them dry.
Peel the cucumber and remove the seeds. Dice it into small, bite-sized pieces.
Core and dice the tomatoes, keeping them roughly the same size as the cucumber pieces.
Trim and dice the red bell pepper and green bell pepper into small cubes.
Peel and finely chop the red onion.
Mince the garlic clove finely.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cucumber, tomatoes, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, red onion, and garlic.
Chop the fresh parsley and cilantro finely, and stir them into the vegetable mixture.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, cumin, sea salt, and black pepper.
Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss everything together until evenly coated.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Before serving, stir the salad once more and sprinkle croutons on top for added crunch.
Serve chilled as a side dish or a light main course.
Calories |
808 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 50.8 g | 65% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.1 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 3 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 2906 mg | 126% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 80.9 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.2 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.8 g | ||
| Protein | 14.4 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 224 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 5.9 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 2370 mg | 50% | |
*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.