Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh cucumbers, sliced
- 2 cups ripe tomatoes, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley or basil, chopped
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp vinegar (balsamic or red wine)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on your kitchen counter.
- Wash cucumbers and tomatoes under cold water. Slice cucumbers thinly and dice tomatoes into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine sliced cucumbers, diced tomatoes, finely chopped red onion, and herbs.
- Drizzle olive oil and vinegar over the salad. Season with salt and pepper; toss gently until evenly coated.
- If using feta cheese, sprinkle it on top and gently fold it in without breaking it down too much.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled as a delightful side dish at your next gathering.
Notes
- Customize by adding bell peppers or avocado for extra flavor and nutrition.
- For an added zing, squeeze fresh lemon juice over the salad just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg