Classic Cucumber and Tomato Salad Recipe 🥒🍅
This Cucumber and Tomato Salad is fresh, light, and bursting with flavors – perfect for a quick side dish or light lunch! With crispy cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and a zesty dressing, it’s a refreshing dish that everyone will love! 🥗💚
Ingredients (Serves 4):
- 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced 🥒
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved 🍅
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced 🧅
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped 🌿
- 2 tbsp olive oil 🛢️
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar 🍷
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard 🍯
- 1/2 tsp salt 🧂
- 1/4 tsp black pepper 🌶️
- Optional: Feta cheese for topping (crumbled) 🧀
Instructions:
- Prepare the Vegetables:
- Slice the cucumbers into thin rounds and halve the cherry tomatoes. 🥒🍅
- Thinly slice the red onion and chop the fresh parsley. 🧅🌿
- Make the Dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined. 🛢️🍷🍯🧂🌶️
- Assemble the Salad:
- In a large bowl, combine the cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion, and parsley. 🥒🍅🧅🌿
- Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to coat evenly. 🍽️
- Optional Toppings:
- For an extra creamy twist, sprinkle some crumbled feta cheese on top. 🧀
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Serve immediately as a refreshing side dish, or chill in the fridge for about 30 minutes for extra crispness! 🧊🍽️
Tips for Success:
- Add some olives or bell peppers for an extra layer of flavor. 🫒🌶️
- For a more intense flavor, let the salad sit in the fridge for an hour before serving. 🧊
- Try substituting the red wine vinegar with balsamic vinegar for a sweeter taste. 🍇
This Cucumber and Tomato Salad is the perfect combination of crunchy, juicy, and tangy – a must-have for any summer meal! 🥒🍅🍽️