Cucumber Tomato Salad (Fresh, Simple, and Bursting with Flavor)


 


For the salad:

  • 2 medium cucumbers, sliced

  • 3 medium tomatoes, sliced

  • ½ red onion, thinly sliced

  • ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped

For the dressing:

  • ¼ cup olive oil

  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar

  • 1 clove garlic, minced

  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Substitution notes:
No red wine vinegar? Use white wine vinegar. No fresh parsley? Use fresh basil.

Let's Make Cucumber Tomato Salad (Step-by-Step)

Step 1: Prepare the Vegetables

Slice the cucumbers, slice the tomatoes, and thinly slice the red onion.

Step 2: Make the Dressing

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.

Step 3: Combine

In a large bowl, combine the cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion, and parsley.

Step 4: Dress the Salad

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to coat.

Step 5: Serve

Serve immediately.

Tips for the Best Cucumber Tomato Salad

Use fresh ingredients. The fresher the vegetables, the better the salad.

Don't overdress. Add just enough dressing to coat the vegetables.

Let it sit for a few minutes. The flavors will meld together.

Customize it. Add your favorite herbs.

Make it a meal. Add grilled chicken or chickpeas.

Experiment with dressings. Try a lemon vinaigrette.

Variations to Make It Your Own

With Feta: Add crumbled feta cheese.

With Olives: Add Kalamata olives.

With Chickpeas: Add chickpeas.

With Avocado: Add avocado.

With Bell Peppers: Add bell peppers.

With Fresh Herbs: Use fresh basil or dill.

With Different Dressing: Try a balsamic vinaigrette.

What to Serve With Cucumber Tomato Salad

  • Grilled chicken

  • Fish

  • Steak

  • Pasta

  • A bowl of soup

How to Store and Reheat

Storage: Store in the refrigerator.

Reheat: Not recommended.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make this salad ahead?
Yes, but it's best fresh.

Can I use a different type of tomato?
Yes, any tomato will work.

Can I add different vegetables?
Yes.

Can I make it dairy-free?
It's already dairy-free.

Can I make it vegan?
It's already vegan.

A Final Thought

When I make this cucumber tomato salad, I feel like I'm eating something healthy and delicious. It's the perfect side for any meal.

Have you ever made cucumber tomato salad? Share your tips in the comments. 🥒🍅