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Cucumber and Tomato Salad

Cucumber and Tomato Salad: A Refreshing Summer Delight

Cucumber and Tomato Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that delivers a burst of summer flavor, making it perfect for any meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Cucumbers English cucumbers recommended
  • 2 cups Tomatoes Look for seasonal varieties
  • 1 medium Red Onion Soak in iced water if desired
For the Dressing
  • ¼ cup Vinegar White or apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Rich and fruity
  • to taste teaspoon Salt Adjust to preference
  • to taste teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground
Optional Add-ins
  • to taste tablespoon Fresh Herbs Parsley or basil
  • 1 can Chickpeas Drained and rinsed

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Knife
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash and prep the vegetables. Rinse cucumbers and tomatoes under cold water. Slice cucumbers into rounds and cut tomatoes into bite-sized chunks. Set aside in a mixing bowl.
  2. Slice the red onion thinly. Optionally soak sliced onion in iced water for about 10 minutes, then drain and mix with cucumbers and tomatoes.
  3. Prepare the dressing by whisking together olive oil and vinegar. Add salt and pepper to taste, and whisk until emulsified.
  4. Combine the vegetables and dressing by pouring the dressing over the salad and gently tossing to coat all ingredients.
  5. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Add fresh herbs if desired.
  6. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 15-30 minutes to enhance flavors before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 250mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use the freshest ingredients for maximum flavor, and experiment with different vinegars for unique tastes.

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