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Tomato, Cucumber, and Onion Salad

Refreshing Tomato, Cucumber, and Onion Salad for Summer Bliss

Enjoy this Tomato, Cucumber, and Onion Salad, a perfect blend of fresh ingredients that enhances your summer meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 large English cucumber Prefer Kirby or pickling cucumbers for a stronger flavor.
  • 2 cups Garden-fresh tomatoes Use ripe, homegrown varieties if possible.
  • 1 medium Sweet onion Red onions can be substituted for extra color and flavor.
For the Dressing
  • 0.25 cups White vinegar Can be switched with apple cider vinegar for a different flavor.
  • 0.25 cups Vegetable or olive oil Olive oil enhances flavor; vegetable oil offers a milder taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Water Use less water for a stronger flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Adjust based on taste.
  • to taste Salt and pepper Adjust to taste.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Vegetables: Wash garden-fresh tomatoes and English cucumbers under cold water. Slice cucumbers thinly about ¼-inch thick. Chop tomatoes into bite-sized pieces, and dice the sweet onion finely. Combine the vegetables in a mixing bowl.
  2. Make the Dressing: Whisk together white vinegar, olive oil, and water in a bowl. Add sugar, season with salt and pepper to taste, and whisk until smooth.
  3. Toss the Salad: Pour the dressing over the vegetables and gently toss to coat every piece.
  4. Chill for Flavor: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to meld the flavors.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Give the salad a gentle toss before serving. Enjoy alongside grilled meats or as a light meal.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use the freshest ingredients for best flavor. Chill time is essential for enhancing flavors. Adjust seasoning like sugar and salt according to taste.

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