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A refreshing and crisp salad with juicy tomatoes, cool cucumbers, 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.
For 4 servings
Prepare the vegetables
Make the vinaigrette
Combine and serve
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This american recipe takes 15 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 127.31 calories per serving with 1.31g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for lunch or dinner or side.
Add 1 can of rinsed and drained chickpeas or 1 cup of cooked quinoa to make it a more substantial meal.
Omit the maple syrup from the dressing to reduce the carbohydrate count.
Use a store-bought light vinaigrette instead of making your own to save time.
Dice the vegetables smaller and reduce the amount of red onion to make it more appealing to children.
Cucumbers are over 95% water, making this salad an excellent way to stay hydrated, especially in warm weather.
Tomatoes are a great source of Vitamin C and Vitamin A, which support immune function and vision.
Tomatoes are rich in lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that helps protect cells from damage.
The extra virgin olive oil provides monounsaturated fats, which are beneficial for heart health.
Yes, it is very healthy. It's packed with vitamins from the fresh vegetables, provides hydration from the cucumber, and uses a light, heart-healthy olive oil-based dressing.
One serving of this Tomato Cucumber Salad (about 1 cup) contains approximately 130-150 calories, primarily from the olive oil in the dressing.
You can chop the vegetables and make the dressing ahead of time, storing them separately in the fridge. It's best to toss them together just before serving to keep the vegetables crisp.
This salad is a versatile side dish that pairs well with grilled proteins, sandwiches, pasta dishes, or as part of a barbecue spread.
