Easy Cucumber, Tomato, And Onion Salad Recipe Is Refreshing And Perfect For Summer

Discover the refreshing taste of a simple yet delightful Cucumber, Tomato, and Onion Salad. This dish, rooted in Texas cuisine, offers a fresh take on salads that can also be seen as a modern version of a pickle.

It's perfect for balancing out the richness of fried or oily foods, making it an ideal side dish for various meals.

The beauty of this recipe lies in its flexibility; apart from the essential cucumbers and a base of diluted vinegar, you're free to adjust the ingredients to suit your taste, including the option to add dill for an extra flavor punch.

Ingredients

• 2 large cucumbers
• 1 small white onion, diced (or a sliced green onion as a substitute)
• 1 (or more) tomato, diced or wedged (optional for color)
• ½ cup white vinegar
• ½ cup water
• Additional seasoning as desired (e.g., salt)

Appliances Required

• Knife
• Cutting board
• Mixing bowl
• Refrigerator
• Slotted spoon (for serving)

  

  What To Prepare

  1. Start by peeling the cucumbers. You can peel them completely or leave some green in a pattern of your choice.
  2. Slice the cucumbers about ¼ inch (½ cm) thick.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers with vinegar and water. Adjust these proportions according to your taste preference. The goal is to have the ingredients floating in a clear liquid.
  4. Refrigerate the mixture to cool it down. It's best served cold while the ingredients are still crisp.

  Nutritional Values (per serving)

  Nutrient	Amount
  Calories	25 kcal
  Total Fat	0 g
  Saturated Fat	0 g
  Cholesterol	0 mg
  Sodium	5 mg (varies with added salt)
  Total Carbohydrates	6 g
  Dietary Fiber	1 g
  Sugars	4 g
  Protein	1 g
  Vitamin D	0 µg
  Calcium	16 mg
  Iron	0.3 mg
  Potassium	193 mg

  This Cucumber, Tomato, and Onion Salad is not just a feast for your taste buds but also a healthy addition to your meals. Its crispness and refreshing taste make it an excellent choice for those looking to add a light yet flavorful side dish to their dining table.

  Whether you're hosting a summer barbecue or looking for a quick and easy salad to complement your dinner, this recipe is sure to impress.