Here’s a fresh, simple cucumber and tomato salad—light, crisp, and perfect as a side dish. 🥒🍅
Classic Cucumber Tomato Salad (Serves 4)
Ingredients
- 2 medium cucumbers, sliced (peeled if desired)
- 3–4 medium tomatoes, chopped or sliced
- ½ small red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
- 2–3 tbsp olive oil
- 1–2 tbsp red wine vinegar or lemon juice
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- 1 tsp dried oregano or fresh basil, chopped
- Optional: ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese or fresh parsley
Instructions
- Prep vegetables: Slice cucumbers, chop tomatoes, and thinly slice onion.
- Combine: In a large bowl, toss cucumbers, tomatoes, and onion.
- Dress: Drizzle with olive oil and vinegar (or lemon juice).
- Season: Add salt, pepper, and oregano (or basil).
- Optional: Top with feta or parsley.
- Chill: Refrigerate 10–15 minutes before serving for best flavor.
Tips
- Crispier cucumbers: Salt slices lightly, let sit 10 minutes, then drain excess water.
- Variations:
- Add sliced bell peppers, avocado, or olives.
- Use balsamic vinegar instead of red wine vinegar.
- Add a touch of honey or Dijon mustard for a simple vinaigrette.
This salad is refreshing, fast, and versatile, perfect for BBQs, sandwiches, or as a light side.
I can also give a Mediterranean-style cucumber tomato salad with olives and feta if you want a more flavorful twist.
Do you want me to do that version?
