Description
Crisp, refreshing, and packed with flavor, this cucumber salad is the perfect summer side dish that will elevate any meal. Imagine biting into crunchy cucumbers combined with zesty dressing, vibrant herbs, and sweet cherry tomatoes. This easy-to-make salad not only brings a burst of freshness but also a colorful touch to your table. Whether it’s for BBQs, potlucks, or just a casual lunch, you’ll find yourself reaching for this delightful recipe time and time again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley or dill, chopped
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and thinly slice cucumbers (about 1/4 inch thick).
- In a large bowl, combine sliced cucumbers, red onion, and cherry tomatoes.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to combine.
- Add chopped herbs and mix well.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg