Italian Cucumber Tomato Salad

Bright, fresh, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this Italian Cucumber Tomato Salad is a simple yet elegant dish that celebrates the best of summer produce. Crisp cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a hint of sharpness from red onion are perfectly complemented by aromatic fresh basil and a tangy red wine vinegar dressing infused with garlic and oregano. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook recipe is ideal for busy weeknights, barbecues, or as a refreshing side dish for any Italian-inspired meal. Serve it immediately for a vibrant crunch, or let it chill for a meld of delightful flavors. Naturally vegan, gluten-free, and loaded with nutrients, this easy salad is a must-try!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium cucumber
• 2 cups cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 clove garlic
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, and fresh basil leaves.

Step 2

Slice the cucumbers into thin rounds or half-moons, depending on your preference.

Step 3

Halve the cherry tomatoes.

Step 4

Thinly slice half of a red onion.

Step 5

Finely chop the fresh basil leaves and set aside.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 7

In a large salad bowl, combine the cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and chopped basil.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.

Step 9

Let the salad sit for 5-10 minutes at room temperature to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 10

Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 1 hour before serving for a chilled option.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	846.1 grams (846.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	533

Total Fat 43.30g	56%
Saturated Fat 6.70g	34%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.10g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1211mg	53%
Total Carbohydrate 34.10g	12%
Dietary Fiber 7.40g	26%
Total Sugars 17.30g
Protein 6.40g	13%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 143mg	11%
Iron 3mg	18%
Potassium 1456mg	31%

*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: 70.6%

Protein: 4.6%

Carbs: 24.7%