Description
Enjoy a refreshing blend of crunchy cucumbers and juicy tomatoes in this vibrant salad, perfect for summer gatherings and picnics.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups firm cucumbers, diced
- 2 cups ripe tomatoes, diced
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash cucumbers and tomatoes under cool water; dice them into bite-sized pieces.
- Thinly slice the red onion; soak in cold water for about 10 minutes to mellow its flavor.
- In a large bowl, combine the diced cucumbers, tomatoes, and onions gently.
- Add chopped parsley and drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Season with salt and pepper.
- Toss all ingredients together lightly to mix well. Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, include feta cheese or olives.
- Enhance freshness with herbs like basil or dill.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg