Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh cucumbers, sliced
- 2 cups ripe tomatoes, quartered
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash cucumbers and tomatoes under cool water. Slice cucumbers into half-moons and quarter the tomatoes.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine sliced cucumbers, quartered tomatoes, chopped red onion, and basil.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Drizzle the dressing over the vegetable mixture and gently toss to coat.
- Let the salad sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
Notes
- For extra crunch, consider adding bell peppers or avocado.
- English cucumbers are a great choice due to their crisp texture and fewer seeds.
- Chill the salad before serving for enhanced freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg