Description
A refreshing salad bursting with the flavors of summer, combining ripe tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and fresh herbs.
Ingredients
- Ripe Tomatoes (heirloom, cherry, or beefsteak)
- Cucumbers (English or standard)
- Red Onion
- Fresh Herbs (Basil, Mint, or Dill)
- Olive Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- Salt and Pepper
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients in a spacious, clean area on your kitchen counter.
- Chop the tomatoes into bite-sized pieces and slice the cucumbers.
- Slice the red onion thinly; consider soaking it in cold water for a milder flavor.
- Chop your fresh herbs generously.
- Combine the chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and herbs in a large bowl.
- Make the dressing by whisking together olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Dress the salad by pouring the dressing over the mix and tossing to coat.
- Let the salad rest for 10-15 minutes to enhance flavors.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.
- Serve in a beautiful bowl, optionally with crusty bread.
Notes
Experiment with different herbs or add ingredients like avocado, quinoa, or feta cheese for variations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: salad, fresh, summer, tomatoes, cucumbers