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A vibrant bowl of refreshing cucumber tomato salad with red onion, fresh herbs, and crumbled feta.

Refreshing Cucumber Tomato Salad


  • Author: Amelia
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Refreshing Cucumber Tomato Salad captures the vibrant flavors of summer with crisp cucumbers, sun-ripened tomatoes, slivers of red onion, and a bright lemon-olive oil dressing. Bursting with seasonal freshness and minimal ingredients, it’s perfect as a side dish or a light, wholesome main when topped with feta or beans.


Ingredients

Scale

Salad Base:

  • 2 large English cucumbers (about 2 pounds)

  • pounds ripe tomatoes (mixed heirloom recommended)

  • 1 small red onion

  • ¼ cup fresh herbs (basil, dill, parsley)

  • Optional: ½ cup crumbled feta cheese

Dressing:

  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

  • 1 clove garlic, finely minced

  • 1 teaspoon honey or sugar (optional)

  • ¾ teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste

  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

  • Optional: pinch of dried oregano

Garnish:

  • Additional fresh herbs

  • Flaky sea salt

  • Cracked black pepper

 
 
 
 
 

Instructions

  1. Prep the vegetables: Halve cucumbers lengthwise and slice into ¼-inch half-moons. Core and chop tomatoes into bite-sized pieces. Thinly slice red onion; soak in ice water for 10 minutes to mellow, then drain and pat dry.

  2. Combine in a bowl: Gently mix cucumbers, tomatoes, and onions in a large serving bowl.

  3. Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, optional honey, salt, pepper, and oregano (if using).

  4. Dress and toss: Chop herbs and add most to the bowl. Pour dressing over vegetables and gently toss to combine. Use hands to avoid breaking tomatoes.

  5. Finish and serve: Crumble feta over the top if using. Let salad rest 5–10 minutes for flavors to meld. Garnish with remaining herbs, flaky salt, and black pepper. Serve slightly chilled or at room temperature.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Notes

Salt cucumbers first and drain for extra crunch.

Let the salad rest after tossing to deepen flavors.

Add avocado, chickpeas, grains, or bread for a hearty twist.

Swap lemon juice with red wine or apple cider vinegar for variation.

Store leftovers in the fridge up to 24 hours—expect more juice as it sits.

 

 
 
 
 
 
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean-inspired, Summer Seasonal

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 generous cup
  • Calories: 105
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 315mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g (with feta)
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 9g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 8mg (with feta)

Keywords: cucumber tomato salad, summer salad, Mediterranean salad, lemon herb salad, no-cook recipes, picnic salad