Refreshing Cucumber & Tomato Salad
Refreshing Cucumber & Tomato Salad is the perfect side dish to complement your grilled chicken skewers and other hearty dishes. This salad brings a burst of cool, crisp flavors to your plate with juicy tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and a zesty dressing.
Ingredients
- 2 cucumbers large, thinly sliced
- 4 tomatoes medium, cut into wedges
- 1 red onion thinly sliced
- 3 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
- 1 lemon juiced
- 1 clove garlic minced
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley or mint, chopped
- 1 tsp oregano dried (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, tomato wedges, and red onion if using.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and dried oregano.
- Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to combine.
- Sprinkle the fresh parsley or mint over the salad and toss lightly once more.
- Refrigerate for 10–15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
