Tomato and Cucumber Salad is a classic, refreshing dish that’s perfect for any time of year. The juicy tomatoes paired with crisp cucumbers create a vibrant, hydrating combination that’s as healthy as it is delicious. This salad is light, flavorful, and packed with nutrients, making it an ideal choice for a quick and wholesome meal.
I love making this salad for our family dinners, especially during the warmer months. It’s so easy to throw together, and the fresh ingredients always bring a burst of color to the table. Plus, it’s a great way to use up those garden tomatoes and cucumbers when they’re in season. My kids even ask for seconds!
Tomato and Cucumber Salad
Ingredients
- 2 large tomatoes chopped
- 1 large cucumber sliced
- 1/4 red onion thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables: Start by chopping the tomatoes into bite-sized pieces. Slice the cucumber into thin rounds, and thinly slice the red onion. Add all the chopped vegetables to a large mixing bowl.
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Combine and toss: Pour the dressing over the chopped vegetables. Add the fresh parsley, and toss everything together until the salad is evenly coated with the dressing.
- Serve: You can serve the salad immediately, or let it chill in the refrigerator for 10 minutes to enhance the flavors.
Notes
- Calories: 90
- Total Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Vitamin A: 15%
- Vitamin C: 25%
- Vitamin K: 20%
- Iron: 4%
- Potassium: 6%
Number of Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients:
- 2 large tomatoes, chopped
- 1 large cucumber, sliced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Equipment/Utensils:
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Large mixing bowl
- Small whisk or fork
Preparation Steps:
- Prepare the vegetables: Start by chopping the tomatoes into bite-sized pieces. Slice the cucumber into thin rounds, and thinly slice the red onion. Add all the chopped vegetables to a large mixing bowl.
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Combine and toss: Pour the dressing over the chopped vegetables. Add the fresh parsley, and toss everything together until the salad is evenly coated with the dressing.
- Serve: You can serve the salad immediately, or let it chill in the refrigerator for 10 minutes to enhance the flavors.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 90
- Total Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
Vitamins and Minerals (per serving):
- Vitamin A: 15%
- Vitamin C: 25%
- Vitamin K: 20%
- Iron: 4%
- Potassium: 6%
Tomato and Cucumber Salad is a wonderful dish to enjoy as a light lunch, a side with your favorite main course, or even as a quick snack. It’s fresh, flavorful, and full of goodness, perfect for adding a touch of Mediterranean flair to your meals.
