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A vibrant bowl of fresh tomato cucumber salad, perfect for a summer meal.

Tomato Cucumber Salad (Summer)

A refreshing and vibrant salad featuring fresh tomatoes and crisp cucumbers, perfect for a summer side dish. This simple recipe highlights the natural flavors of the produce with a light dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 medium tomatoes preferably ripe and fresh
  • 2 medium cucumbers peeled and deseeded if preferred
  • 0.5 medium red onion thinly sliced
  • 0.25 cup fresh parsley chopped
Dressing
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Large bowl
  • Small bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Prepare Vegetables
  1. Wash and chop the tomatoes into bite-sized pieces; slice the cucumbers and thinly slice the red onion.
  2. Chop the fresh parsley.
Make Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper.
Combine and Serve
  1. In a large bowl, combine the chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, and parsley.
  2. Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to coat evenly. Serve immediately or chill for a short period before serving.

Notes

For best results, use fresh, in-season tomatoes and cucumbers. You can add feta cheese or croutons for extra flavor and texture.