Cucumber Tomato Salad
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Cucumber Tomato Salad
Description
The Cucumber Tomato Salad features a mix of fresh, sliced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced red onion, diced green bell pepper, and a variety of herbs like parsley, dill, chives, or green onion. The dressing combines olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and dried oregano, whisked to create a balanced tangy and herbaceous flavor profile.
The salad’s texture balances the crunch of the vegetables with the silky, tangy dressing coating. The preparation involves gently tossing the vegetables with the dressing just before serving, preserving the crispness and fresh flavors. The dried oregano adds an earthy note while the Dijon mustard helps emulsify the dressing.
This salad works well as a light side dish or accompaniment to grilled meats and other summer dishes. It can add freshness and acidity to balance richer foods.
The notes include suggestions for substitutions such as using red, yellow, or orange bell peppers for added color. Removing cucumber seeds and peeling waxy cucumbers helps maintain crispness and better texture. Using a mandoline can speed up uniform slicing for cucumbers and onions.
Ingredients
- 3 cups cucumber sliced
- 2 cups cherry tomato halved
- 1/4 cup red onion thinly sliced
- 1 green bell pepper cored, seeded and diced
- 1/4 cup herbs such as parsley, dill, chives or green onion, chopped
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 1/2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon oregano dried
Instructions
- Place the cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, red onion, bell pepper and herbs in a large bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper and oregano.
- Pour the dressing over the vegetables. Toss gently to coat. Serve.
Notes
- Colorful bell pepper varieties like red, yellow, or orange can be used interchangeably for visual appeal.
- Peeling standard waxy cucumbers and removing their seeds helps improve texture.
- A mandoline slicer can help create quick, even slices for cucumbers and onions.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 107 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 107kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 17mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 243mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 365IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 29.9mg | 33% |
| Calcium | 17mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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