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    Cucumber Tomato Salad

    This post may contain affiliate links. Please see disclosure for more information. Published: May 6, 2020 by Dee

    Cucumber Tomato Salad with a light lemon dressing is a super easy side dish that takes minutes to make. Enjoy this refreshing salad recipe all summer long! via @meamel

    Cucumber Tomato Salad with a light lemon dressing is a super easy side dish that takes minutes to make. Enjoy this refreshing salad recipe all summer long!

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    cucumber tomato salad in a white serving bowl

    This cool, refreshing cucumber salad with tomatoes is one of the easiest salads you can make. Just mix up a simple lemony dressing with sliced cucumbers and tomatoes, and you're ready to eat!

    It's lighter than Creamy Cucumber Salad and everyone's favorite Potato Salad. And since it's dairy free, like Easy Three Bean Salad, it's a better choice if you're planning on a picnic or eating outside.

    To make this salad even easier, I use English cucumbers, which do not need to be peeled. And, I use grape or cherry tomatoes that just need to be sliced in half.

    How to Make Cucumber Tomato Salad

    First, you mix the dressing. This is a simple vinaigrette dressing consisting of olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper and Italian seasoning.

    If you don't have lemons, you can use any white vinegar, red wine vinegar or even apple cider vinegar. You can also sub vegetable oil or for the olive oil.

    Want to make the dressing even easier? Add a splash of your favorite Italian salad dressing!

    mix lemon vinaigrette in white bowl

    Slice your cucumbers and tomatoes. Then, add them to a large serving bowl.

    Since my kids don't like raw onions in salad, I don't use them in this side dish. You can throw in some chopped purple onions if you like them.

    Pour the dressing over the salad, and mix well. Add some chopped parsley or fresh basil for extra flavor if you can.

    mix dressing with sliced tomatoes and cucumbers

    Cover, and pop the salad into the fridge until you're ready to eat. Easy peasy!

    I recommend tasting the salad before serving to see if it needs a little more salt or pepper. The flavors develop as the salad sits, so it's best to check right before you eat.

    sliced cucumbers and grape tomatoes in a serving bowl with lemon slices

    Can you Make this Salad Ahead of Time?

    You sure can! The flavors get even better as it sits, so making the salad up to a day in advance is fine.

    If you do make the salad ahead of time, add any fresh herbs before serving. Otherwise, they get kind of soggy.

    sliced english cucumbers and grape tomatoes in white bowl

    Easy Cucumber Tomato Salad Recipe

    cucumber tomato salad in a white serving bowl

    Cucumber Tomato Salad

    Published by Dee
    Cucumber Tomato Salad with a light lemon dressing is a super easy side dish that takes minutes to make. Enjoy this refreshing salad recipe all summer long!
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 0 mins
    Total Time 15 mins
    Course Salad, Side Dish
    Cuisine American
    Servings 10
    Calories 53 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 3 tablespoons olive oil
    • 1.5 tablespoons lemon juice
    • ½ teaspoon sea salt
    • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
    • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
    • 2 English cucumbers thinly sliced
    • 10 ounces grape tomatoes cut in half

    Instructions
     

    • Whisk the olive oil, lemon juice, sea salt and black pepper together in a small bowl. Stir in the Italian seasoning, and taste to see if you prefer more salt or pepper
    • Add sliced cucumbers and tomatoes to a large serving bowl, and pour dressing over. Mix well
    • Add chopped parsley or basil, if desired. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. Taste again before serving, and adjust seasoning, if necessary

    Notes

    You can substitute white vinegar, red wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar for the lemon juice and vegetable oil for the olive oil. Can also use your favorite Italian dressing.
    If using regular cucumbers, peel and seed them first.
    Salad can be made up to 1 day ahead of time. Add fresh herbs before serving if making in advance.

    Nutrition information is estimated. Please do your own calculation to fit special diets.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 53kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 119mgPotassium: 162mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 308IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg
    Tried this recipe? Please comment and rate it! Show me your dish on Instagram!Mention @meatloafandmelodrama or tag #meatloafandmelodrama!
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    1. Caty says

      May 12, 2020 at 6:07 am

      Such a fresh, delicious summer side dish!

      Reply
    2. Suzy says

      May 11, 2020 at 1:10 pm

      This is the perfect way to use up some fresh vegetables! Love how simple it is to make!5 stars

      Reply
    3. Jacque Hastert says

      May 11, 2020 at 11:39 am

      I can't wait to use up my fresh summer veggies in this salad.5 stars

      Reply
    4. Catalina says

      May 11, 2020 at 10:00 am

      I can't resist to this salad. It reminds me of my childhood!5 stars

      Reply
    5. Sandra says

      May 10, 2020 at 9:04 am

      This was a huge hit at my house!!5 stars

      Reply
      • Dee says

        May 15, 2020 at 2:36 pm

        SO happy to hear this! Thanks!

    6. Anna says

      May 09, 2020 at 12:29 pm

      Love how refreshing this is on a hot day! The dressing is delicious!5 stars

      Reply
      • Dee says

        May 09, 2020 at 2:50 pm

        Thanks, Anna. Super glad you like the salad!

    7. Erin | Dinners,Dishes and Dessert says

      May 09, 2020 at 12:58 am

      This Cucumber Tomato Salad couldn't look any more perfect!5 stars

      Reply

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