Balsamic Tomato Cucumber Salad

Bright, refreshing, and irresistibly flavorful, this Balsamic Tomato Cucumber Salad is a vibrant addition to any meal. Packed with juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp English cucumber, and zesty red onion, this salad is elevated by a tangy-sweet balsamic vinaigrette featuring olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and a touch of honey. Freshly chopped basil adds a fragrant finishing touch, making it the perfect balance of simplicity and sophistication. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this quick and healthy recipe is ideal for summer picnics, light lunches, or a colorful side dish at dinner parties. Serve it fresh for a crunchy bite or let it chill for enhanced flavor infusion—this versatile salad never fails to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Cherry tomatoes
• 1 large English cucumber
• 0.25 cup Red onion
• 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves
• 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 1.5 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and thoroughly dry the cherry tomatoes and cucumber.

Step 2

Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

Cut the English cucumber into half-moons: first slice the cucumber in half lengthwise, then cut into thin slices. Add to the mixing bowl.

Step 4

Thinly slice a quarter cup of red onion and add to the bowl.

Step 5

Chop fresh basil leaves into thin strips and sprinkle over the mixed vegetables.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is well combined.

Step 7

Pour the balsamic vinaigrette over the salad ingredients and toss gently to coat evenly.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.

Step 9

Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy your Balsamic Tomato Cucumber Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	706.6 grams (706.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	400

Total Fat 28.70g	37%
Saturated Fat 4.10g	21%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1212mg	53%
Total Carbohydrate 36.70g	13%
Dietary Fiber 6.60g	24%
Total Sugars 23.80g
Protein 5.40g	11%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 113mg	9%
Iron 2mg	13%
Potassium 1286mg	27%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.5%

Protein: 5.1%

Carbs: 34.4%