Description
Bright, refreshing, and bursting with summer flavors, this Tomato Cucumber and Onion Salad is the perfect side dish for any occasion. Juicy tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and zesty onions come together in a vibrant medley that’s not just delicious but also incredibly easy to make. Ideal for barbecues, weeknight dinners, or family gatherings, this salad will elevate your meals with its delightful taste and appealing colors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups ripe tomatoes, diced
- 1 cup crisp cucumbers, sliced
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Start by washing the tomatoes and cucumbers. Dice the tomatoes into bite-sized pieces and slice the cucumbers thinly.
- Thinly slice or dice the red onion. If desired, soak in water to reduce pungency.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the tomatoes, cucumbers, onion, and parsley.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Drizzle over the vegetable mixture.
- Toss gently until everything is well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve immediately or let chill in the fridge for about 30 minutes for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg