Linda's Tomato and Cucumber Mix
Bright, refreshing, and bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors, Linda's Tomato and Cucumber Mix is a quick and easy salad that's perfect for any occasion. Featuring juicy ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and a touch of zesty red onion, this vibrant dish is elevated with fresh parsley and a tangy olive oil and lemon dressing. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this healthy and flavorful salad is perfect as a light lunch, side dish, or picnic favorite. With simple, fresh ingredients and a prep time that fits into even the busiest schedules, this crowd-pleaser is both wholesome and delicious. Serve it immediately to showcase its bright flavors or chill it for a bit to let the ingredients meld together. Keywords: tomato and cucumber salad, fresh summer salad, easy side dish, Mediterranean flavors.
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Ingredients
- 3 medium ripe tomatoes
- 1 large cucumber
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Wash all vegetables thoroughly under cold running water.
Step 2
Dice the tomatoes into bite-sized pieces and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.
Step 3
Peel the cucumber if desired, then dice it into similar-sized pieces as the tomatoes and add it to the bowl.
Step 4
Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the mix.
Step 5
Finely chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the vegetables.
Step 6
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Step 7
Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to combine.
Step 8
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt or lemon juice if desired.
Step 9
Serve immediately, or let the salad chill in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes to enhance the flavors.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (888.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 412.2 |
| Total Fat 29.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1214.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 36.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 19.5g | |
| Protein 7.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 130.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1643.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories