Tomato Squash and Cucumber Salad

Bright, crisp, and bursting with garden-fresh flavor, this Tomato Squash and Cucumber Salad is the epitome of summertime simplicity. Juicy cherry tomatoes, tender zucchini squash, and refreshing cucumber mingle with the zesty bite of red onion and a fragrant medley of fresh parsley and basil. A light and tangy homemade dressing of lemon juice and olive oil ties it all together, making this salad a healthy, gluten-free, and vegan-friendly delight. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this vibrant dish is perfect as a refreshing side for barbecues, picnics, or as a standalone light lunch. Serve it immediately or let it chill in the fridge to fully embrace its bold, harmonious flavors!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium Zucchini squash
• 1 large Cucumber
• 1 small Red onion
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons Fresh basil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the cherry tomatoes, zucchini squash, and cucumber under cold water. Pat them dry with a paper towel.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Trim the ends of the zucchini squash, then thinly slice it into half-moons. Add the slices to the bowl.

Step 4

Peel the cucumber if preferred, then slice it into thin rounds or half-moons. Add the slices to the salad bowl.

Step 5

Peel and thinly slice the red onion, then add the slices to the salad bowl.

Step 6

Chop the fresh parsley and basil leaves finely and sprinkle them over the vegetables.

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the vegetables, and gently toss everything together until evenly coated.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or lemon juice if needed.

Step 10

Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy your Tomato Squash and Cucumber Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1092.8 grams (1092.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	583

Total Fat 44.00g	56%
Saturated Fat 6.90g	35%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.10g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1230mg	53%
Total Carbohydrate 45.70g	17%
Dietary Fiber 10.00g	36%
Total Sugars 23.90g
Protein 9.40g	19%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 175mg	13%
Iron 4mg	22%
Potassium 2093mg	45%

*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: 64.2%

Protein: 6.1%

Carbs: 29.7%