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Italian Cucumber Salad

Italian Cucumber Salad: A Refreshing Summer Delight

Enjoy a refreshing Italian Cucumber Salad, perfect for summer barbecues and easy family dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 large English Cucumber The star of our salad.
  • 1 large Ripe Tomato Bright, juicy additions.
  • 0.25 cup Red Onion Offers savory sharpness.
  • 0.5 cup Fresh Basil Enhances freshness.
For the Dressing
  • 4 tablespoons Olive Oil Opt for high-quality extra virgin.
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar Provides essential acidity.
  • to taste Salt Key seasoning.
  • to taste Black Pepper Key seasoning.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Italian Cucumber Salad
  1. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil and red wine vinegar, adding a pinch of salt and black pepper.
  2. Slice the English cucumber thinly, dice the tomato, and finely chop the red onion.
  3. Toss the chopped vegetables in the bowl with the dressing.
  4. Cover the bowl and let the salad rest for 10 to 15 minutes.
  5. Tear fresh basil leaves and sprinkle them over the salad, then toss gently.
  6. Serve immediately in a large bowl or individual plates.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 100mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh; refrigerate leftovers for up to 2 days but note that cucumbers lose their crunch over time.

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