Tomato Cucumber Salad is a refreshing side dish that packs a punch of fresh flavor. Brimming with the fresh tastes of ripe tomatoes and crunchy cucumbers tossed in a zesty herb dressing, this salad captures the vibrant essence of summer in every bite!
This easy-to-make side dish is perfect with Crock Pot Chicken Thighs and Air Fryer Baked Potatoes for a delicious family meal.
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This is my favorite cucumber salad and I have tried plenty! I went exactly by the recipe 2 times and my husband, grandson, and I love it! Thank you!
Ruth
When craving fresh food, this salad is one of the few things guaranteed to satisfy my taste buds. It’s bright, crisp, and full of garden-grown goodness.
Why You’ll Love This Salad
- It’s super simple: This salad has just three ingredients and a homemade dressing, and it can be whipped up in minutes.
- There are fresh flavors galore: There’s nothing like the natural flavors of ripe tomatoes, and crisp cucumbers enhanced with a hint of fresh herbs and a simple, zesty dressing.
- It goes with everything: I serve this salad with just about everything! It pairs wonderfully with grilled meats and sandwiches or can stand proudly as a healthy snack.
Tomato Cucumber Salad Ingredients
- Grape Tomatoes – Roma or cherry tomatoes are also great to use.
- English Cucumber – you can also use Kirby cucumbers.
- Red Onion – Vidalia onions or yellow onions can also be used.
- The Dressing – Olive Oil, balsamic vinegar (red wine vinegar or white wine vinegar can be substituted,) lemon juice (apple cider vinegar can also be used,) dried Italian seasoning, sugar, Kosher salt, fresh cracked black pepper.
How To Make Cucumber Tomato Salad
- Slice the tomatoes, cucumbers, and onions and place them in a large bowl.
- Add all the salad dressing ingredients in a small bowl or mason jar. Using a whisk, blend until well mixed or shake.
- Pour dressing over the salad and toss.
Delicious Additions
This tomato cucumber salad recipe lends to all kinds of yummy ingredient additions.
- Vegetables – avocado, red or green bell pepper, celery, grilled corn, or green beans.
- Cheese – Feta cheese, mozzarella balls, or shredded Parmesan cheese.
- Dried or Fresh Herbs – fresh dill, parsley, basil, or dried oregano and thyme are all great choices.
- Proteins – grilled chicken, shrimp, or salmon are all delicious in this salad.
Donya’s Success Tips
- The key to making this salad is picking out the best tomatoes and cucumbers in the grocery store. I’ve found that grape tomatoes have a sweet flavor and a meatier texture, making them excellent in salads.
- I use good olive oil, Balsamic vinegar, fresh-squeezed lemon juice, dried herbs, a pinch of sugar, and just the right amount of salt and pepper to combine all the flavors.
Can This Salad Be Made Ahead Of Time?
Yes, it sure can. Chop the tomatoes, cucumbers, and onions, then pour over about ¼ to ½ of the dressing and toss everything together. Store in an airtight container. When ready to serve, toss and add more dressing as needed.
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Frequently Asked Questions With Answers
Store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
I do think the dressing makes this dressing extra special, but if you are in a pinch, you can use store-bought vinaigrette dressing,
What To Serve With Tomato Cucumber Salad
This versatile salad goes with so many lunch or dinner menus. I love serving it for lunch with Southern Ham Salad or classic Egg Salad.
It’s so good for dinner with Roasted Pork Tenderloin, London Broil or Sheet Pan Hamburger Steaks.
This cucumber tomato salad recipe is excellent with Roast Beef and Cheese Sandwiches or Jam Ham Sandwiches for picnics, and anytime you’re dining outdoors.
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Ingredients
- 1 pint grape tomatoes – sliced in half
- 1 English cucumber – sliced
- ½ medium red onion – thinly sliced
Dressing
- ½ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon cracked pepper
Instructions
- Place tomatoes, cucumbers and onions in a large bowl, set aside.
- In a mixing cup or small bowl, add olive oil, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, sugar, Italian seasoning, garlic, salt and pepper. Using a whisk, blend until well mixed. Pour dressing over tomatoes, cucumbers and onions. Toss salad.Â
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Notes
- Chop the tomatoes, cucumbers, and onions, then pour over about ¼ to ½ of the dressing and toss everything together. Store in an airtight container. When ready to serve, toss and add more dressing as needed.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
kitt
I really like this combination. Thank you for sharing.