Description
A refreshing and simple cucumber tomato salad that combines crisp cucumber, sweet cherry tomatoes, and sharp red onion tossed in a light honey-olive oil dressing, garnished with fresh herbs. Perfect as a quick side dish or a healthy snack.
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 1 English cucumber (no need to peel)
- 10 ounces grape or cherry tomatoes (halved)
- ½ small red onion (thinly sliced, about ½ cup)
Dressing
- 1 teaspoon honey
- ½ teaspoon Kosher salt or fine sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Garnish (optional)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, dill, and/or basil
Instructions
- Prepare the cucumber: Trim off the two ends of the cucumber, then halve it lengthwise. Slice into ¼-inch thick half rounds to create bite-sized pieces.
- Combine vegetables: In a medium bowl, place the sliced cucumber, halved grape or cherry tomatoes, and thinly sliced red onion.
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, honey, salt, and black pepper until well blended.
- Toss the salad: Pour the dressing over the vegetables and gently toss to coat everything evenly.
- Add herbs and serve: Stir in the chopped fresh herbs such as parsley, dill, or basil if using. Serve the salad immediately or chill it in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
Notes
- Using a seedless English cucumber avoids the need to peel due to its tender skin.
- Cherry or grape tomatoes add sweetness and texture; plum tomatoes can be used but may be less sweet.
- Fresh herbs such as parsley, dill, or basil are optional but enhance the flavor greatly.
- This salad is best served fresh, but chilling allows flavors to develop.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to taste preferences.
- Honey balances the acidity of the tomatoes and the bite of the onion.
