Description

This Cucumber Tomato Salad is a vibrant, crisp, and refreshing summer salad featuring crunchy English cucumber, juicy grape tomatoes, tangy red onion, and fresh parsley, all tossed in a zesty olive oil and red wine vinegar dressing. With a perfect balance of sweetness, acidity, and herbaceous flavor, it is an easy, healthy side dish ideal for barbecues, picnics, or weeknight dinners. Simple to prepare and ready after a short chill, this salad retains its bright colors and robust taste, making it a crowd-pleaser for any gathering.

Ingredients

1 English cucumber, sliced into rounds then quartered
2 cups grape tomatoes, sliced in half
1/2 cup red onion, sliced into thin strips
2 Tbsp chopped parsley
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
3 Tbsp red wine vinegar
1 Tbsp granulated sugar (or honey)
1 tsp dried basil
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp ground black pepper

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Instructions

Wash and chop all vegetables. Slice the cucumber into rounds then quarter each round. Slice grape tomatoes in half and cut red onion into thin strips.
In a small bowl, whisk together extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, granulated sugar (or honey), dried basil, salt, and ground black pepper to create the dressing.
Add prepared cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, and chopped parsley to a large mixing bowl.
Pour the dressing over the vegetables.
Toss all ingredients thoroughly so the vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.
Cover the bowl with a lid or plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld.
Stir the salad once more before serving, and enjoy chilled.

Notes

For substitutions, use regular cucumbers or cherry tomatoes if needed, and swap parsley for cilantro or dill for a different flavor profile. You may substitute honey for sugar for a natural sweetness. This salad can be made a day ahead; store covered in the fridge up to 2 days for best texture. If the salad releases too much liquid, drain off excess before serving. To prevent overly strong onion flavor, soak sliced onions in cold water before adding.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: Mediterranean