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Healthy Cucumber Tomato Salad

Deliciously Fresh Healthy Cucumber Tomato Salad for Summer Bliss

This Healthy Cucumber Tomato Salad is a refreshing and colorful dish perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 large English cucumber Crisp texture and fewer seeds
  • 2 cups Grape tomatoes Adds sweetness and color
  • 1/2 medium Red onion Soak in cold water for 10 minutes to reduce bitterness
  • 1/4 cup Fresh parsley Chopped
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Extra-virgin olive oil Quality will enhance flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar Can substitute with white wine vinegar or lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon White sugar or honey Adjust according to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Dried basil Can be omitted or replaced

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash all vegetables under cold water. Slice the cucumber into rounds, then quarter them.
  2. Halve the grape tomatoes. Slice the soaked red onion thinly.
  3. Chop the fresh parsley into small pieces.
  4. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, sugar or honey, dried basil, salt, and black pepper.
  5. In a large bowl, combine the cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, and parsley. Pour the dressing over and toss gently.
  6. Cover and refrigerate the salad for at least 2 hours.
  7. Before serving, stir gently and enjoy chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 1gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best flavor, be sure to allow the salad to chill and let the flavors meld together before serving.

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