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Easy Cucumber Tomato Salad with Tangy Vinaigrette

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This cucumber tomato salad uses crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and red onion tossed in a tangy dressing. It is quick and easy to make, offering the ultimate refreshing summer salad recipe perfect for BBQs or light lunches.

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium cucumbers, sliced
  • 4 large ripe tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • Optional: 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Prepare the vegetables: Slice the cucumbers, chop the tomatoes, and thinly slice the red onion. Place all prepared vegetables into a large mixing bowl.
  2. Make the tangy vinaigrette: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, dried oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  3. Dress the salad: Pour the vinaigrette over the vegetables. Add the optional fresh parsley now if you are using it.
  4. Toss gently to coat all the vegetables evenly with the dressing.
  5. Serve immediately for the crispest texture, or chill for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld slightly before serving as a quick side dish.

Notes

  • For a Mediterranean style, add 1/2 cup of crumbled feta cheese just before serving.
  • If you prefer a marinated cucumber tomato salad, let the finished salad rest in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving to deepen the flavor.
  • This salad is excellent for meal prep and keeps well for up to two days in the refrigerator.

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