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A refreshing and crisp salad featuring diced cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and sharp red onion, all tossed in a simple lemon-herb vinaigrette. Perfect as a light side for any summer meal and ready in minutes.
Prepare the vegetables
Make the vinaigrette
Combine and serve
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A refreshing and crisp salad featuring diced cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and sharp red onion, all tossed in a simple lemon-herb vinaigrette. Perfect as a light side for any summer meal and ready in minutes.
This mediterranean recipe takes 15 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 115.9 calories per serving with 2.53g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for lunch or dinner or side.
Add 1 can of rinsed and drained chickpeas (garbanzo beans) to make the salad a more substantial meal.
Omit the feta cheese or replace it with a plant-based feta alternative to make this salad fully vegan.
For a different tangy flavor, substitute the lemon juice with 2 tablespoons of red wine vinegar.
Add diced red or yellow bell peppers for extra sweetness and color. You can also reduce the amount of red onion.
Cucumbers are over 95% water, making this salad a delicious way to stay hydrated, especially in warm weather.
Tomatoes are a great source of lycopene, a powerful antioxidant linked to reducing the risk of heart disease and certain cancers.
Extra virgin olive oil is rich in monounsaturated fats, which are known to support cardiovascular health by helping to lower bad cholesterol levels.
With fresh, whole ingredients, this salad is naturally low in calories and high in nutrients, making it an ideal choice for weight management.
Yes, it is very healthy. It's low in calories and packed with vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables. The olive oil provides healthy monounsaturated fats, and the salad is naturally hydrating.
This recipe contains approximately 100-115 calories per 1-cup serving, making it a very light and diet-friendly side dish.
You can chop the vegetables and prepare the dressing ahead of time, storing them separately in the refrigerator. Combine and toss them together just before you plan to serve to maintain freshness and crunch.
This salad pairs wonderfully with grilled chicken, fish, kebabs, or a side of pita bread and hummus. It's a versatile side for almost any Mediterranean or grilled dish.