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Tomato, Cucumber, and Red Onion Salad

4 - 6 servings
Vegan Diet, Vegetarian Diet, American Cold Cuisine

This Tomato, Cucumber, and Red Onion Salad is the essence of summer on a plate. It's a brilliantly vibrant and refreshing dish that comes together in just 15 minutes, requiring minimal effort for a huge flavor payoff. Perfect as a simple side or a light meal, this recipe is a...

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... go-to for warm-weather dining, delivering a crisp and satisfying crunch with every bite.

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Chef Jeff Chef Jeff Cool Cook
July 1, 2025
  • 15 min.
  • 15 min.
  • 1/5
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Ingredients:

For the Salad:

  • 2 LB of tomatoes - chopped (about 4 large or 2 pint of cherry or grape tomatoes, chopped or halved)
  • 2 English cucumbers - peeled and sliced (or 2 medium-sized regular cucumbers, peeled, and sliced or chopped)
  • 1 red onion - peeled and finely sliced
  • Optionally: ¼ cup of herbs of your choice - finely chopped (such as parsley, dill, or basil)

For the Vinaigrette"

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Best served with:

Herb Baguette
Rustic Bread or Baguettes
Twice-baked Herb Bread

Directions:

1. Prepare the Vegetables:

Let’s start by preparing the vegetables for the Tomato, Cucumber, and Red Onion Salad.

  • In a large bowl, combine the chopped tomatoes, sliced cucumber, and thinly sliced red onion.
  • If using fresh herbs, add them to the bowl.

2. Make the Vinaigrette:

  • In a small bowl or liquid measuring cup, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, optional sugar or honey, salt, and pepper until well combined.

3. Combine and Toss:

  • Pour the vinaigrette over the vegetables.
  • Gently toss everything together until the vegetables are evenly coated.

4. Serve Tomato, Cucumber, and Red Onion Salad:

  • Give the salad one final toss before serving.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Tips:

  • Cheese: For a touch of creaminess and a salty kick, crumble in some feta cheese just before serving.
  • Spice it Up: For a hint of heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the vinaigrette.
  • Add Some Crunch: Toasted croutons or a sprinkle of sunflower seeds can add a delightful textural contrast.
  • Make it a Meal: To transform this side salad into a light lunch, add a can of drained chickpeas or some grilled chicken strips.
  • De-flame the Onion: If you find the taste of raw red onion too sharp, you can mellow it by soaking the slices in a bowl of ice water for about 10-15 minutes before adding them to the salad. Be sure to pat them dry.
  • Seeding for Less Water: For a less watery salad, you can seed the tomatoes and cucumbers before chopping. Simply scoop out the seeds with a small spoon.
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