Description
Quick Italian Cucumber Salad is the ultimate summer refreshment, combining crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and aromatic basil in a zesty dressing. This vibrant dish is not only quick to prepare but also packed with nutrients, making it an ideal side for barbecues, potlucks, or a light lunch. With just 10 minutes of prep time, you can whip up this salad that bursts with flavor and freshness. Customize it to your liking by adding your favorite vegetables or herbs. Enjoy a taste of Italy right at your table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 small red onion
- 2 medium ripe tomatoes
- 1 English cucumber
- Fresh basil leaves
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 tablespoons red apple vinegar
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/8 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Wash all fresh produce thoroughly. Dice the tomatoes and cucumber into 1/2 inch pieces. Finely chop the red onion and basil leaves.
- In a mixing bowl, combine dried oregano, red apple vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, granulated sugar, kosher salt, and black pepper. Whisk until well blended.
- Add diced tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and chopped basil to the bowl with the dressing. Toss gently until coated.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving for optimal flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg