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Tomato Cucumber Salad
5 from 18 votes

Tomato Cucumber Salad

This Tomato Cucumber Salad combines fresh green bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, English cucumber, ripe avocado, and herbs tossed in a zesty dressing of red wine vinegar, avocado oil, and lemon juice. The crisp vegetables and creamy avocado create a refreshing texture contrast, while the citrusy dressing balances the flavors. It serves well as a light side dish for 2-4 people, easy to prepare in minutes.

Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 176 kcal
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Ingredients

  • 1 green bell pepper
  • 1.5 cups cherry tomato quartered
  • 1 English cucumber
  • 1-2 avocado ripe
  • 1 TBSP red wine vinegar
  • 1/8-1/4 cup avocado oil or your favorite healthy oil
  • 1 lemon juiced
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • 2 TBSP cilantro pick your favorite!, or parsley

Instructions

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  1. You'll only need a few minutes to toss this salad together, cue happy dance!
  2. Chop your veggies, removing any seeds/skin/stems needed.
  3. If you're using an english (hothouse) cucumber you can keep the seeds and skin on, but if you're using a standard cuke remove the skin and seeds.
  4. Whisk together oil, vinegar, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and fresh herbs of your choosing and pour over salad.
  5. Toss to coat and dig in!
  6. Recipe yields 4 small sides or 2 larger portions.

Notes

  • Adjust lemon juice and red wine vinegar amounts to suit your taste and the lemon's ripeness.
  • Optionally add a sprinkle of sugar to balance acidity with tomato sweetness.
  • Use fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley for preferred flavor.

Nutrition Information

Calories 176kcal (9%) Carbohydrates 13g (4%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 14g (22%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 12mg (1%) Potassium 565mg (12%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 535IU (11%) Vitamin C 58.1mg (65%) Calcium 34mg (3%) Iron 1.1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 176

% Daily Value*

Calories 176kcal 9%
Carbohydrates 13g 4%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 14g 22%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 12mg 1%
Potassium 565mg 12%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 535IU 11%
Vitamin C 58.1mg 65%
Calcium 34mg 3%
Iron 1.1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.