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Cucumber and Tomato Salad

A refreshing salad that combines crunchy cucumbers and juicy tomatoes with a simple yet flavorful dressing.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 cups diced cucumbers
  • 2 cups halved cherry tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup chopped red onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk or fork
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

  1. Start by washing the cucumbers and tomatoes thoroughly.
  2. Chop the cucumbers into bite-sized pieces.
  3. Slice the cherry tomatoes in half.
  4. Finely chop the red onion.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and parsley. Toss gently to avoid bruising the vegetables.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper.
  7. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture. Toss again to ensure every piece is coated.
  8. Serve the salad immediately for the best texture.

Notes

Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.