Description
A crisp, refreshing salad of cucumbers, ripe tomatoes, and red onion tossed in a light olive oil and red wine vinegar dressing with fresh parsley. Simple, vibrant, and perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 3 medium tomatoes, cut into wedges
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tsp fine sea salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Chill a large mixing bowl in the refrigerator for an extra crisp salad.
- Add the sliced cucumbers, tomato wedges, and sliced red onion to the chilled bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
- Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Let the salad rest for 10 to 15 minutes so the flavors meld.
- Sprinkle chopped parsley over the top and toss lightly once more.
- Serve chilled and enjoy immediately or within a few hours.
Notes
- For milder onion flavor, soak sliced onion in cold water for 10 minutes, then drain well.
- Use firm, ripe tomatoes to avoid excess liquid in the bowl.
- Add herbs just before serving to keep their color and aroma bright.
- Season to taste right before serving, cucumbers release water as they sit.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad, Side Dish
- Method: No-cook, Tossed
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: cucumber onion tomato salad, summer salad, Mediterranean salad, no cook salad, quick side dish, vegan salad