This Cucumber Tomato Salad has crisp cucumber, juicy tomatoes and red onion, all tossed in a tangy dressing.…

Bright, garden-fresh flavors make this salad a go-to for warm evenings and quick lunches. This Cucumber Tomato Salad has crisp cucumber, juicy tomatoes and red onion, all tossed in a tangy dressing.… For a heartier picnic combo, serve it with creamy cucumber chicken salad for a balanced plate.

Why You’ll Love This This Cucumber Tomato Salad has crisp cucumber, juicy tomatoes and red onion, all tossed in a tangy dressing.…

• Ultra-refreshing and bright with tangy dressing and fresh herbs.
• Ready in about 15 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights.
• Keeps well, so it’s great for meal prep and easy leftovers.
• Kid-friendly textures with crisp cucumbers and juicy tomatoes.
• Versatile as a side, light lunch, or picnic staple.

Ingredients Needed

Veggies

• 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced (about 3 cups)
• 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved (or 3 medium tomatoes, diced)
• 1/2 small red onion, very thinly sliced
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley or basil, chopped

Dressing

• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp red wine vinegar (or white wine vinegar)
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
• 1/2 tsp salt, plus more to taste
• 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper

Optional add-ins

• 1/4 cup crumbled feta or cubed mozzarella (optional)
• 1 tbsp capers or sliced olives for briny bite

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prep the veggies: thinly slice cucumbers, halve tomatoes, and thinly slice the red onion. Place in a large bowl.
2. Make the dressing: whisk olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon, honey, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until smooth.
3. Combine: pour the dressing over the veggies and toss gently to coat.
4. Rest briefly: let the salad sit 10–15 minutes at room temperature to allow flavors to meld.
5. Adjust and add: taste and adjust salt or vinegar, then stir in herbs and optional feta or capers.
6. Chill or serve: serve immediately or refrigerate up to 2 days for a cold side dish.

Serving Suggestions This Cucumber Tomato Salad has crisp cucumber, juicy tomatoes and red onion, all tossed in a tangy dressing.…

• Serve over a bed of mixed greens for a light lunch.
• Spoon alongside grilled chicken or fish for a bright contrast.
• Toss into pasta for a quick summer pasta salad, or pair with a ditalini pasta salad for a buffet spread.
• Top with avocado slices and extra herbs for a colorful presentation.
• Offer crusty bread and a chilled white wine or iced tea.

Tips for Success This Cucumber Tomato Salad has crisp cucumber, juicy tomatoes and red onion, all tossed in a tangy dressing.…

• Slice cucumbers and onions as thin as possible for best texture and bite.
• Let the salad sit briefly before serving so the dressing softens the onion and melds flavors.
• Use firm, ripe tomatoes to avoid watery salad; cherry tomatoes work especially well.
• Store dressing separately if you need the salad to stay very crisp longer.
• For a heartier twist, add cubed salami or beans similar to a grinder pasta salad addition.

Variations

Here are a few easy ways to change it up:

• Make it spicy: add a pinch of crushed red pepper or thinly sliced jalapeño.
• Dairy-free: skip the feta and use extra herbs and capers for flavor.
• Add protein: fold in chickpeas, grilled shrimp, or diced rotisserie chicken.
• Mediterranean twist: add cucumber, tomato, red onion, olives, and oregano with lemon instead of vinegar.

Cucumber Tomato Salad

This ultra-refreshing salad features crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and red onion, all tossed in a tangy dressing, making it a perfect side for warm evenings and quick lunches.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 15 minutes mins

Course Salad, Side Dish

Cuisine Mediterranean

Servings 4 servings

Calories 150 kcal

Ingredients

  

Veggies

• 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced (about 3 cups)
• 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved (or 3 medium tomatoes, diced)
• 0.5 small red onion, very thinly sliced
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley or basil, chopped

Dressing

• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp red wine vinegar (or white wine vinegar)
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
• 0.5 tsp salt, plus more to taste
• 0.25 tsp freshly ground black pepper

Optional add-ins

• 0.25 cup crumbled feta or cubed mozzarella optional
• 1 tbsp capers or sliced olives for briny bite

Instructions

 

Preparation

• Thinly slice cucumbers, halve the tomatoes, and thinly slice the red onion. Place in a large bowl.
• In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth.
• Pour the dressing over the veggies and toss gently to coat.
• Let the salad sit at room temperature for 10–15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
• Taste and adjust salt or vinegar, then stir in herbs and optional feta or capers.
• Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 days for a cold side dish.

Notes

For the best texture and taste, slice cucumbers and onions thinly. Store dressing separately if you need the salad to stay crisp longer. For heartier options, consider adding cubed salami or beans.

Keyword cucumber tomato salad, easy salad, Fresh Salad, Healthy Salad, Summer Recipe