Description
Mediterranean Salad with Cucumber, Tomato, and Onion is a classic, fresh, and vibrant salad featuring crisp cucumbers, ripe tomatoes, and sharp onions dressed in a tangy olive oil and lemon dressing. It’s a refreshing side dish or light meal inspired by traditional Mediterranean flavors.
Ingredients
- 2 large cucumbers, diced
3 ripe tomatoes, diced
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Optional: 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
Optional: Kalamata olives for garnish
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine diced cucumbers, tomatoes, and sliced red onion.
- Add chopped parsley and gently toss the vegetables together.
- In a small bowl, whisk olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Pour dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly.
- If desired, sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese and garnish with Kalamata olives.
- Serve immediately or chill for 15-30 minutes to enhance flavors.
Notes
- Add diced bell peppers or radishes for extra crunch and color.
- Use red wine vinegar instead of lemon juice for a different tang.
- Incorporate fresh mint or basil for additional herbal notes.
- Top with toasted pine nuts or walnuts for added texture.
- Serve over a bed of mixed greens or alongside grilled protein.
- Store leftover salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. No reheating needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approx. 150 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
