Teresa's Recipes
Cucumber Tomato and Onion Salad
This Mediterranean-inspired Cucumber Tomato and Onion Salad is the perfect marriage of crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and pungent red onions. The vegetables are tossed in an invigorating dressing of olive oil and lemon juice, then garnished with fresh parsley, creating a refreshing and vibrant salad that's perfect for a hot summer's day or as a complement to any main course.
Ingredients
- 1/2 teaspoon, freshly ground Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon, or to taste Salt
- 2 tablespoons, freshly squeezed Lemon juice
- 1/4 cup, extra virgin Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons, finely chopped Fresh parsley
- 1 medium, thinly sliced Red onion
- 4 medium, ripe, diced Tomatoes
- 2 large, peeled, seeded and sliced Cucumbers
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 4
- Dish Type: Side Dish
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Chill Time: 30 minutes
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 7g
- Carbs: 12g
- Protein: 2g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Sugar: 6g
Instructions
- Prepare all the vegetables: slice the cucumbers, dice the tomatoes, and thinly slice the red onion.
- In a large bowl, combine the prepared cucumbers, tomatoes, and red onion.
- To prepare the dressing, in a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, salt, and freshly ground black pepper until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the cucumber, tomato, and onion mixture. Toss well to ensure all the ingredients are coated with the dressing.
- Sprinkle the salad with finely chopped fresh parsley.
- Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to meld together and the vegetables to marinate in the dressing.
- Serve the salad chilled for the most refreshing experience. Enjoy it as a side dish with grilled chicken or fish, or as a light and healthy lunch.