This Mediterranean tomato cucumber salad is a great summer side dish to add to your meal prep rotation! With its simple ingredients and delicious flavors, it's perfect for summertime dining.
4servings
Prep Time 10 minutesminutes
Total Time 10 minutesminutes
Ingredients
3cupsroma tomatoes
1large English cucumberthe kind in a plastic wrapper
½cupfresh parsleychopped (about half of a bunch)
3Tablespoonsextra virgin olive oil
1Tablespoonfresh lemon juice
½teaspoonkosher salt
Instructions
Core the tomatoes by removing the circle stem part at the top. Cut the tomatoes in half lengthwise, then cut each half into three or so large but bite sized pieces
For the cucumber: Remove the plastic wrap. Cut the cucumber in half lengthwise (you may need to cut it into half and then cut each half lengthwise), then cut each half into large but bite size pieces.
Cut off the bottom stems from the parsley. Chop the parsley using a chef’s knife.
In a medium sized salad bowl, place cucumbers, tomato pieces and parsley.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice and salt. Pour the lemon dressing over the tomato mixture and toss to coat.
The acid from the lemon juice is what brightens this side salad. You can use balsamic vinegar, red wine vinegar, or even lime juice as an alternative.Also fresh mint or thyme are lovely herb additions. Enjoy!
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Notes
The acid from the lemon juice is what brightens this side salad. You can use balsamic vinegar, red wine vinegar, or even lime juice as an alternative.Also fresh mint or thyme are lovely herb additions. Enjoy!