Cucumber and Tomato Salad

Name: Cucumber and Tomato Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 6 Small Cucumbers (diced (or one large English cucumber)); 1- pint Cherry or Grape Tomatoes (sliced in half or quartered); 1/2 Purple/Red Onion (thinly sliced); 2 Tbsp Avocado Oil (or Olive oil); 2 Tbsp Balsamic Vinegar; 1 Lemon (juiced); 1 Tbsp Italian Seasoning; 1 tsp Salt; 1/2 Tsp Black Pepper; 1 garlic clove (minced)

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This super simple Cucumber and Tomato Salad is so easy to make, so tasty, and takes just 15 minutes to make! Makes for a perfect side dish and pairs well with almost everything!

top view of cucumber and tomato salad in a white bowl

This easy and fresh salad will be your go-to salad once you make it! It needs only a handful of ingredients you most likely have in your pantry and fridge all the time anyway. So making this cucumber and tomato salad will be hassle-free and one you will absolutely love. Made with cucumbers, tomatoes, and onions. Then toss in with a tasty Italian Balsamic dressing!

Why this salad is so good

So tasty: This salad is so good and always gets great feedback from our guests. Crunchy and bursting with flavor.
Easy: Takes just a few ingredients to make. Ones you may have handy at all times and no need to run to the store to grab any weird ingredients.
Healthy: They aren’t just so good, but so healthy too! Fresh veggies and simple and healthy ingredients to make the dressing.

What you will need to make this salad

image of the ingredients used in making the salad

Cucumbers: Any cucumber is fine. Use either one large English cucumber or 6 smaller ones
Tomatoes: We love using cherry or grape tomatoes. They tend to be sweet and crunchy
Onion: Purple works out great because the flavor isn’t as intense as white cooking onions.
Seasonings: You will need Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
Garlic: Use fresh garlic instead of garlic powder.
Oil: We used avocado oil but you can also use extra virgin olive oil
Balsamic vinegar: Don’t have any? You can use red wine vinegar. But balsamic will add a unique flavor to the salad.

how to make the salad dressing

Ingredients for the salad: Olive or avocado oil, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, lemon, salt and pepper, and Italian seasoning. (You may also add 1 teaspoon of honey or agave)
Add all the above ingredients into a bowl, mix until they are combined, and set aside.

How to assemble the salad

Prepare veggies: Cut up the veggies according to the size you like.
Add the veggies to a large bowl
Make the dressing: Add the dressing ingredients into a small bowl and mix well.
Toss the dressing into the large bowl of tomatoes, cucumbers, and onions. Then mix and serve.

steps of how to make the cucumber salad collage

tips and substitutes

Tomatoes: Use any small cherry tomatoes, or your next option will be vine-ripe tomatoes
Onions: Red onion works best, but you can also use white sweet onions
Oil: Avocado or olive oil. Grapeseed oil is also ok
Vinegar: We love balsamic, but you can also use red wine vinegar.
Seasoning: If you don’t have any Italian seasoning handy, use these other herbs to make some: dried parsley, basil, oregano, thyme, and rosemary.
Makes about 5-6 cups. Serving size one cup.

Frequently asked questions

Should you peel cucumber for a salad?

The skin of a cucumber is edible and isn’t harmful. It comes down to personal choice. The skin of large cucumbers may be a bit tough and bitter so it would be beneficial to peel the cucumber. We find the skin of smaller cucumbers thin and perfectly fine to eat. Some may even argue that the skin is packed with nutrients.

What are the best tomatoes for a salad?

Our first choice would be cherry or grape tomatoes. They are sweet, tangy, and crunchy, and a great choice to use in salads and many other recipes. Heirloom tomatoes are just as great to use in salads and come in so many different pretty colors. Our next option would be to use vine-ripe tomatoes. They are all full of flavor.

Are tomatoes and cucumbers good for weight loss?

Tomatoes and cucumbers are low in fat and calories as well as protein. Having only tomatoes and salad as part of your diet won’t be a healthy option. It is recommended to add more protein to your diet. For more on this check this article out.

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