Low Carb Cucumber Tomato Salad
Bright, fresh, and irresistibly simple, this Low Carb Cucumber Tomato Salad is a perfect addition to your healthy eating routine. Bursting with the crisp crunch of English cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a hint of sharpness from red onion, this salad is elevated with crumbles of creamy feta cheese and a zesty red wine vinaigrette infused with oregano. Fresh basil adds a fragrant, herbaceous note, making this dish as flavorful as it is visually appealing. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this low-carb, gluten-free recipe is ideal as a light side dish, a satisfying lunch, or a quick make-ahead option for potlucks and picnics.
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Ingredients
- 1 large English cucumber
- 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes
- 0.25 medium red onion
- 0.5 cup feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.25 cup fresh basil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Wash the cucumber and cherry tomatoes thoroughly under cold running water.
Step 2
Slice the cucumber lengthwise, and then cut into half-moon slices about 1/4 inch thick.
Step 3
Halve the cherry tomatoes or quarter them if they are larger.
Step 4
Thinly slice the red onion into strips.
Step 5
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cucumber slices, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
Step 6
Add the feta cheese crumbles to the bowl.
Step 7
In a small mixing bowl or measuring cup, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
Step 8
Pour the dressing over the cucumber and tomato mixture, and gently toss the salad until all ingredients are evenly coated.
Step 9
Wash and pat dry the basil leaves, then chop them roughly and add to the salad.
Step 10
Gently toss the salad again to incorporate the basil, then taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Step 11
Transfer the salad to a serving dish and enjoy immediately, or chill in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours for enhanced flavors.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (680.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 542.8 |
| Total Fat 44.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 14.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g | |
| Cholesterol 66.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2056.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 26.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 12.2g | |
| Protein 15.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 12IU | 0% |
| Calcium 462.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1090.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories