REFRESHING CUCUMBER TOMATO SALAD

This Cucumber Tomato Salad is a light and refreshing side dish that pairs perfectly with any meal. With crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and a tangy vinaigrette, it’s as delicious as it is simple to prepare. Perfect for summer barbecues, potlucks, or a quick healthy snack, this salad is a must-have in your recipe rotation.

INGREDIENTS:

2 large cucumbers (about 1 lb / 450g), thinly sliced

4 medium tomatoes (about 1.5 lbs / 680g), chopped

½ small red onion (about 80g), thinly sliced

2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

2 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp red wine vinegar

1 tbsp lemon juice

½ tsp garlic powder

½ tsp dried oregano

Salt and black pepper, to taste

DIRECTIONS:

Prepare the Vegetables:
Wash and slice the cucumbers into thin rounds. Chop the tomatoes into bite-sized pieces and thinly slice the red onion.

Mix the Dressing:
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper. Adjust the seasonings to your taste.

Assemble the Salad:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion, and parsley. Pour the dressing over the vegetables.

Toss and Chill:
Toss the salad gently to ensure everything is evenly coated with the dressing. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15-20 minutes to let the flavors meld.

Serve:
Give the salad a final toss before serving. Garnish with additional parsley if desired.