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Cucumber Tomato Salad

Cucumber Tomato Salad: Your Ultimate Refreshing Summer Delight

Cucumber Tomato Salad is a refreshing summer delight, featuring crisp cucumbers and juicy tomatoes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 94
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Tomatoes Mix of Roma, cherry, and beef tomatoes
  • 1 medium English Cucumber Peeled and sliced thinly
  • 1/4 medium Red Onion Optional, adjust quantity as preferred
  • 1/4 cup Basil Leaves Fresh, torn into pieces
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Rich base for dressing
  • 2 tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar Adds tanginess
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar Balances acidity
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt Enhances flavor
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper Adds warmth and spice

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Wash fresh tomatoes and English cucumber under cold water. Chop tomatoes into bite-sized pieces and slice cucumber thinly.
  2. Add chopped tomatoes and sliced cucumber to a large mixing bowl.
  3. Tear fresh basil leaves into smaller pieces and fold them into the bowl with tomatoes and cucumbers.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, sugar, kosher salt, and black pepper.
  5. Pour dressing over salad ingredients. Toss gently for 1-2 minutes until everything is evenly coated.
  6. Serve immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to one hour.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 94kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh, but can be made an hour ahead. Store leftovers for up to 24 hours.

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