Description
A refreshing and easy cucumber salad recipe that is perfect for quick meals or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large cucumbers: Choose firm cucumbers for the best crunch.
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes: These add a burst of sweetness and color.
- 1 small red onion: This gives a nice sharp flavor to balance the salad.
- 3 tablespoons olive oil: A healthy fat that enhances the taste.
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar: This adds a tangy kick to the dressing.
- Salt: To taste, it brings out the flavors of the vegetables.
- Black pepper: Freshly ground for a bit of spice.
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients: cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, red onion, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, salt, and black pepper.
- Wash the cucumbers and cherry tomatoes under cool running water. Slice the cucumbers thinly and set them aside in a large mixing bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil and apple cider vinegar. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Pour the dressing over the sliced cucumbers, halved cherry tomatoes, and thinly sliced red onion in the mixing bowl. Gently toss to coat.
- Chill in the refrigerator for about 15-30 minutes before serving for the best flavor. Serve in a shallow bowl or plate, arranging the vegetables for a lovely presentation.
Notes
- Store the salad in the refrigerator for 2-3 days, but it’s best enjoyed fresh.
- For added flavor, consider incorporating fresh herbs like dill or parsley.
- Feel free to add other vegetables or proteins to make it a heartier meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 16
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: cucumber salad, easy salad recipe, healthy salad, refreshing salad