Easy cucumber, tomato and red onion salad

This easy cucumber, tomato and red onion salad is a delicious, refreshing side dish perfect for easy meals and great for summer.

This salad has been on our dinner table since I was a little girl. My mom loved a quick, simple salad to serve with dinner and I have continued that tradition with my family. My kids love salad, in all shapes and forms. A meal just isn’t complete without some form of vegetable dressed with a simple vinaigrette.

How to make easy salad

Because this recipe is so easy, use the very best ingredients you can afford. Fresh, in season vegetables are a must. Peel and slice the cucumber into coins then add to a large bowl. Slice the tomato into wedges and thinly slice the red onion then add to the bowl. Dress with a vinaigrette of your choice and serve.

How to make easy salad dressing

Pour equal amounts olive oil and vinegar or lemon juice into a jar then add salt and pepper and dried oregano. You can add some minced garlic too. Seal the jar and shake until the dressing is emulsified then pour over the salad.

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Easy cucumber, tomato and red onion salad

This easy cucumber, tomato and red onion salad is a delicious, refreshing side dish perfect for easy meals and great for summer.

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Course: Salad, Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Cucumber tomato red onion salad, Easy salad recipe, Healthy side dish

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Calories: 59kcal

Author: Alida Ryder

Ingredients

• 1 large cucumber
• 4 tomatoes
• 1 small red onion

For the dressing

• 1-2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

• Peel and slice the cucumber into coins and add to a bowl. Slice the tomatoes and red onion and add to the cucumber. 
• Mix together all the dressing ingredients and pour over the salad. 
• Toss well and serve. 

Nutrition

Calories: 59kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 2g | Sodium: 8mg | Potassium: 426mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1075IU | Vitamin C: 24mg | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 0.6mg

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