Cucumber Tomato Salad
A light and refreshing salad bursting with flavor, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 2 large Cucumbers Choose firm, crisp cucumbers.
- 4 medium Tomatoes Opt for ripe tomatoes; heirloom or vine-ripened are best.
- 1/2 medium Red Onion Thinly sliced; soak in cold water to mellow flavor if needed.
Dressing
- 1/4 cup Olive Oil Use quality extra virgin olive oil.
- 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed is key.
- to taste Salt Use flaky sea salt.
- to taste Pepper Freshly cracked black pepper.
- 1/4 cup Fresh Basil Chopped, for garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Chop cucumbers and tomatoes into bite-sized pieces.
- Finely slice the red onion.
- In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, tomatoes, and red onion.
- Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice over the salad.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss gently to combine.
- Garnish with chopped fresh basil before serving.
Notes
Serve chilled as a side dish or light lunch. The salad is best fresh but can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.