Refreshing Cucumber Tomato Salad
This refreshing cucumber tomato salad is simple to prepare and makes a perfect side dish for any meal.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cucumbers, sliced peeled if desired
- 1.5 cups grape tomatoes, halved
- 0.25 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt or to taste
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped optional
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, tomatoes, and red onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Pour dressing over the cucumber mixture and toss to combine.
- Sprinkle with fresh basil before serving, if desired.
Notes
For best flavor, let the salad marinate for at least 30 minutes before serving.