Cucumber Salad
Cucumber salad is a delightful and refreshing dish that brings together the crisp and hydrating qualities of cucumbers with a medley of vibrant ingredients. This simple yet flavorful salad has earned its place as a popular side dish in diverse culinary traditions worldwide.
Servings: 2 people
Ingredients
- 3 medium cucumbers thinly sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1/2 red onion thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Prepare the Vegetables:
- Wash and peel the cucumbers if desired. Slice them thinly.
- Halve the cherry tomatoes.
- Thinly slice the red onion.
- Chop the fresh parsley.
Combine Vegetables:
- In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, and chopped parsley.
Prepare the Dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Dress the Salad:
- Pour the dressing over the vegetables in the large bowl.
Toss and Chill:
- Gently toss the salad until the vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to chill.
Serve:
- Before serving, give the salad a final gentle toss.
- Adjust the seasoning if necessary.
- Serve chilled and enjoy your crisp and refreshing cucumber salad!