Description
A refreshing and vibrant Tomato Cucumber Salad featuring ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and a zesty homemade vinaigrette. This easy-to-make salad combines fresh herbs and a tangy dressing, perfect as a light side dish or a healthy snack.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 5 large tomatoes (tomatoes on the vine are best), quartered
- 1 English cucumber, peeled and sliced
- 1/2 large red onion, sliced
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 pinch kosher salt
- 1 pinch black pepper
Vinaigrette Dressing Ingredients
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 pinch freshly ground black pepper
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon honey or brown sugar (optional for low-carb, Keto, or sugar-free diets)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
Instructions
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, add the quartered tomatoes, peeled and sliced cucumber, sliced red onion, chopped parsley, and chopped cilantro. Sprinkle with a pinch of kosher salt and black pepper, then toss gently to evenly distribute the seasoning.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl or mason jar, combine the olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, kosher salt, black pepper, dried oregano, and honey or brown sugar if using. Whisk vigorously or shake the jar until the dressing is thoroughly blended and emulsified.
- Toss Salad with Dressing: Pour the prepared vinaigrette over the vegetable mixture in the large bowl. Toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly with the dressing.
- Marinate and Serve: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the salad sit at room temperature for 1 to 3 hours. This resting period allows the flavors to meld together beautifully. Serve the tomato cucumber salad fresh and enjoy!
Notes
- For best flavor, use ripe tomatoes and fresh herbs.
- You can omit the honey or brown sugar to keep it low carb or sugar-free.
- Letting the salad sit allows vegetables to absorb the vinaigrette, enhancing taste.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature depending on preference.
- Adjust salt and pepper to taste before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keywords: Tomato Cucumber Salad, Fresh Salad, Mediterranean Salad, Healthy Side Dish, Vinaigrette Dressing, Summer Salad
