Cucumber Tomato Red Onion Salad

Bright, crisp, and bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors, this Cucumber Tomato Red Onion Salad is a quick and healthy side dish perfect for any occasion. Featuring fresh cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and zesty red onion tossed in a tangy red wine vinaigrette with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this salad comes together in just 15 minutes with no cooking required. The combination of crunchy vegetables and bold seasoning creates a vibrant, refreshing dish that pairs beautifully with grilled meats, seafood, or as a light lunch on its own. Simple and satisfying, this low-carb, gluten-free salad is a go-to recipe for summer gatherings or anytime you crave a taste of freshness.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium Cucumber
• 3 medium Tomatoes
• 1 medium Red onion
• 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash the cucumbers, tomatoes, and parsley thoroughly under cold running water.

Step 2

Slice the cucumbers into thin rounds or half-moons, depending on your preference, and place them in a large salad bowl.

Step 3

Cut the tomatoes into wedges or bite-size pieces and add them to the cucumbers in the bowl.

Step 4

Peel the red onion and slice it into thin rings. Add the onion slices to the salad bowl.

Step 5

Finely chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the vegetables in the bowl.

Step 6

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper to create the vinaigrette.

Step 7

Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss everything gently to combine and coat the vegetables evenly.

Step 8

Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper, if needed.

Step 9

Serve immediately or refrigerate for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(985.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	555.9

Total Fat 43.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1213.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 42.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.0g	0%
Total Sugars 22.0g
Protein 7.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 146.2mg	0%
Iron 2.8mg	0%
Potassium 1704.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 66.4%

Protein: 5.0%

Carbs: 28.6%