My Mother's Easy Cucumber Salad with Tomatoes and Chives
Brighten up your table with My Mother's Easy Cucumber Salad with Tomatoes and Chives, a refreshing and vibrant dish that perfectly balances simplicity and flavor. This no-cook, 15-minute recipe combines crisp cucumber slices, juicy diced tomatoes, and fragrant fresh chives, all dressed in a tangy red wine vinegar and olive oil vinaigrette. With just a handful of wholesome ingredients, this salad shines with its garden-fresh appeal and easy preparation. Perfect for summer gatherings, quick lunches, or as a light side dish, it's a versatile, healthy option that tastes even better when chilled. Packed with color, crunch, and zest, this quick cucumber and tomato salad is destined to become a go-to favorite.
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Ingredients
- 2 medium cucumber
- 3 medium tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the cucumbers and tomatoes thoroughly under cold water.
Step 2
Peel the cucumbers if desired, or leave the skin on for added texture and nutrients. Slice the cucumbers into thin rounds and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Step 3
Dice the tomatoes into bite-sized pieces and add them to the cucumbers.
Step 4
Finely chop the fresh chives and sprinkle them over the cucumbers and tomatoes.
Step 5
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and ground black pepper to make the dressing.
Step 6
Pour the dressing over the cucumber and tomato mixture, and gently toss to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Step 7
Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Step 8
Serve immediately for the freshest flavor, or refrigerate for 10-15 minutes to let the flavors meld. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (820.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 379.1 |
| Total Fat 29.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1203.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 29.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 16.4g | |
| Protein 5.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 107.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1448.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories