cucumber tomato onion salad
Here’s a fresh, simple Cucumber Tomato Onion Salad recipe—perfect as a light, crunchy side 🥒🍅🧅
🥄 Ingredients
- 2 medium cucumbers, sliced
- 3 medium tomatoes, chopped or sliced
- 1 small red or white onion, thinly sliced
- 2–3 tbsp olive oil
- 1–2 tbsp lemon juice or vinegar
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: fresh herbs like parsley, cilantro, or dill
🔥 Instructions
1. Prepare Vegetables
- Slice cucumbers and onions thinly
- Chop or slice tomatoes
- Place all in a large salad bowl
2. Make the Dressing
- Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice (or vinegar), salt, and pepper
3. Combine
- Pour dressing over the vegetables
- Toss gently to coat everything evenly
4. Optional Garnish
- Sprinkle chopped fresh herbs on top
- Chill for 10–15 minutes for extra flavor (optional)
💡 Tips
- Use ripe, firm tomatoes for the best texture
- Thinly slice the onion to avoid overpowering the salad
- Add a pinch of sugar if tomatoes are too acidic
- For a Mediterranean twist: add feta cheese and olives
This salad is refreshing, healthy, and easy to make, perfect for summer or alongside grilled dishes.
I can also give you a creamy yogurt-based version that makes it a little richer and more filling.
Do you want me to do that?
