Description
Crisp and refreshing, this cucumber salad is the perfect summer side dish that combines crunchy cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and aromatic dill in a zesty olive oil and red wine vinegar dressing. It’s easy to prepare, ideal for picnics, barbecues, or anytime you crave a light and healthy meal. Enjoy the vibrant flavors that brighten any table while keeping your meal guilt-free!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium fresh cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ¼ cup fresh dill, chopped
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash cucumbers and cherry tomatoes under cool water. Thinly slice the cucumbers and halve the cherry tomatoes.
- Slice the red onion as thinly as possible. If desired, soak in cold water for a milder flavor.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine sliced cucumbers, onions, and halved tomatoes. Toss gently.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil and red wine vinegar until emulsified. Pour over the vegetable mixture and stir well to coat.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting as needed.
- Gently fold in chopped dill before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Allowing the salad to chill in the fridge for about 30 minutes enhances flavor mingling. Feel free to add feta cheese for creaminess or swap cucumbers with radishes for a spicy twist.