Mediterranean Salad with Cucumber, Tomato, and Onion
Mediterranean Salad with Cucumber, Tomato, and Onion is a refreshing dish that embodies the vibrant flavors of Mediterranean cuisine. This salad features crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and tangy red onions, all drizzled with a zesty olive oil and lemon dressing. Perfect as a side dish or a light lunch, it’s not only quick to prepare but also packed with nutrients. Enjoy this delightful medley of fresh ingredients for a burst of flavor in every bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large cucumber, diced
- 2 medium tomatoes (preferably cherry or heirloom), chopped
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of 1 medium lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash all vegetables thoroughly. Dice the cucumber into bite-sized pieces, chop the tomatoes into quarters or halves, and thinly slice the red onion.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced cucumbers, chopped tomatoes, and sliced red onion. Toss gently to mix.
- Drizzle extra virgin olive oil over the vegetable mixture and squeeze fresh lemon juice on top. Stir well to ensure everything is coated.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper according to taste.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg