Fresh Tomato and Cucumber Salad

Bursting with vibrant colors and bold flavors, this Fresh Tomato and Cucumber Salad is the perfect summer side dish that comes together in just 15 minutes! Featuring juicy ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and tangy red onion, all tossed in a zesty dressing of extra virgin olive oil and red wine vinegar, this no-cook recipe is a refreshing way to enjoy seasonal produce. A sprinkle of fresh parsley and a touch of crumbled feta cheese (if desired) elevate the dish with a Mediterranean flair, making it ideal for everything from casual backyard barbecues to elegant dinner parties. Serve it immediately to savor its bright, crunchy texture, or let it chill to allow the flavors to meld beautifully. Easy, healthy, and loaded with fresh vegetables, this salad is sure to become a staple in your recipe rotation!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium ripe tomatoes
• 1 large cucumber
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup feta cheese (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing the vegetables. Wash the tomatoes and cucumber thoroughly under cold water.

Step 2

Cut the tomatoes into bite-sized wedges and place them in a large salad bowl.

Step 3

Peel the cucumber if desired for a less bitter taste, then slice it into thin rounds. Add the cucumber slices to the bowl with the tomatoes.

Step 4

Peel the red onion half and slice it as thinly as possible. Add the onion slices to the salad bowl.

Step 5

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the vegetables in the salad bowl.

Step 7

Finely chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the salad ingredients for added freshness.

Step 8

Gently toss all the ingredients in the salad bowl until everything is well combined and evenly coated with the dressing.

Step 9

If using feta cheese, crumble it over the top of the salad just before serving.

Step 10

Serve immediately to enjoy the fresh flavors. Alternatively, cover and refrigerate for up to an hour to let the flavors meld before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1170.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	868.2

Total Fat 69.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 106.8mg	0%
Sodium 2575.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 45.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.6g	0%
Total Sugars 24.5g
Protein 25.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 752.1mg	0%
Iron 4.5mg	0%
Potassium 2083.8mg	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: 68.7%

Protein: 11.2%

Carbs: 20.2%