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Plated cucumber and tomato salad

cucumber and tomato salad

★★★★★ (4.6 from 124 reviews)
Enjoy a refreshing cucumber and tomato salad that's perfect for any meal! Crisp cucumbers and juicy tomatoes come together in this vibrant dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Instructions Notes

Ingredients
  

Vegetables
  • 2 medium Fresh Cucumbers Choose firm, organic cucumbers.
  • 3 medium Ripe Tomatoes Opt for vibrant, juicy tomatoes.
  • 1/2 small Red Onion Slice thinly.
Additional Ingredients
  • 1 medium Bell Pepper For added crunch.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped finely.
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil High-quality for dressing.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed.
  • to taste Salt and Pepper For seasoning.

Equipment

  • 1 Large Bowl For mixing the salad.
  • 1 Knife For chopping vegetables.
  • 1 Cutting Board For preparing the ingredients.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Gather your ingredients: fresh cucumbers, ripe tomatoes, red onion, bell pepper, and parsley.
Washing and Chopping
  1. Wash all vegetables under cold water. Chop cucumbers and tomatoes into bite-sized pieces. Finely dice the red onion and bell pepper.
Mixing
  1. In a large bowl, combine all the chopped vegetables.
Dressing
  1. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Tossing
  1. Toss gently to ensure all ingredients are well-coated with the dressing.
Marinating
  1. Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Serving
  1. Transfer to a serving dish, garnish with additional parsley if desired, and serve immediately.

Notes

Essential nutrition facts per serving:
Calories Fat Protein Carbs
120 8g 2g 10g