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Cucumber and Tomato Salad

Cucumber and Tomato Salad: A Refreshing Summer Delight

A vibrant Cucumber and Tomato Salad that's refreshing and easy to whip up, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Cucumber peeled if using standard varieties
  • 2 cups Tomatoes ripe garden tomatoes for best flavor
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar can substitute with cider or distilled vinegar
  • 4 tablespoons Olive Oil opt for high-quality extra virgin
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper use freshly cracked for best flavor

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Wash cucumbers and tomatoes under cool water. Dice cucumbers and chop tomatoes into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, toss cucumbers and tomatoes, then drizzle dressing over and mix gently.
  4. Allow salad to sit at room temperature for 20 minutes to enhance flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 1gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 100mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.

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