Fresh Salad Combination: Lemon-Cucumber-Tomato Blend
Garden-Fresh Lemon Cucumber and Tomato Salad
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
Ingredients (6)
- 4 lemon cucumbers, diced
- 4 tomatoes, sliced or 2 cups halved cherry tomatoes
- 4 Tbsp olive oil
- 3 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Sea salt and pepper, to taste
- A handful of basil leaves
Directions
- Toss diced cucumbers and tomatoes in a bowl.
- Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
- Season with salt and pepper, mix well.
- Top with torn basil leaves.
Add Some Flavor
Need a bit of extra zing? Try these optional add-ins:
- 1/2 avocado, diced (for creaminess)
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (for a Mediterranean twist)
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion (for an added kick)
- 1/4 cup cooked chickpeas (for some added protein)
Pro Tips
- Use ripe veggies for the best flavor.
- Feel free to experiment with other herbs like mint or parsley.
- Chill the salad briefly to elevate the flavors.
Dive into this vibrant salad and savor the taste of freshness!
- This salad includes not just cucumbers and tomatoes, but also basil leaves for an added fresh taste.
- The nutrition information for this Garden-Fresh Lemon Cucumber and Tomato Salad is yet to be categorized.
- Following the instructions, one tablespoon of olive oil and three tablespoons of balsamic vinegar are used in this recipe.
- If you're looking for more nutrition in your salad, try adding crushed chickpeas, they provide added protein to the dish.
