Description
A crisp, vibrant salad bursting with flavor, showcasing seasonal produce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large cucumbers
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Slice the cucumbers and toss them into a large mixing bowl.
- Add in the halved cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced red onion, and chopped fresh basil.
- Whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper in a smaller bowl.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients.
- Let it sit for about 10 minutes so the flavors can mingle before serving.
Notes
For a tangy twist, try adding a sprinkle of feta cheese or swapping basil for parsley or mint.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: salad, cucumber salad, quick recipe, summer dish, vegetarian salad