π₯π Cucumber Tomato Salad
A fresh, simple salad thatβs crisp, juicy, and perfect as a side dish with almost any meal.
π§Ύ Ingredients (serves 2β4)
- 2 cucumbers, sliced
- 2β3 ripe tomatoes, chopped or wedged
- ΒΌ red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1β2 tbsp lemon juice or vinegar
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: fresh parsley or mint
- Optional: pinch of chili flakes or cumin
π³ Instructions
1. Prep vegetables
- Slice cucumbers
- Chop tomatoes
- Slice onion if using
2. Mix dressing
In a bowl, combine:
- olive oil
- lemon juice or vinegar
- salt and pepper
- optional spices
3. Combine
Toss cucumbers, tomatoes, and onion with the dressing.
Mix gently so tomatoes donβt get mushy.
4. Chill (optional)
Let it sit for 10β15 minutes in the fridge for better flavor.
π½οΈ Serving ideas
- With grilled chicken or fish
- Alongside rice or curries
- As a light lunch or snack
- In wraps or sandwiches
π‘ Tips
- Use firm cucumbers for extra crunch
- Add feta cheese or olives for a Mediterranean twist
- Fresh herbs (mint or parsley) make it more refreshing
- Serve immediately for best texture
π§ Flavor profile
- π₯ Crisp and cooling cucumber
- π Juicy, slightly sweet tomatoes
- π Bright, tangy dressing
If you want, I can also make:
- π§ Garlic yogurt cucumber salad (creamy version)
- πΆοΈ Spicy Pakistani-style kachumber salad
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