Description
Creamy Cucumber Tomato Salad is a delightful blend of crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and a luscious Greek yogurt dressing. Perfect for summer picnics or barbecues, this salad bursts with fresh flavors and vibrant colors, making it an irresistible side dish. Easy to prepare and sure to impress your guests, each bite offers a refreshing crunch that pairs beautifully with any main course. Enjoy this simple yet elegant dish that will brighten up any meal and delight your taste buds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cucumbers (sliced thin)
- 2 cups ripe tomatoes (diced)
- 1/4 cup red onion (finely chopped)
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh dill or parsley (chopped)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Wash the cucumbers and tomatoes thoroughly. Slice cucumbers into thin rounds and chop tomatoes into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine sliced cucumbers, diced tomatoes, and finely chopped red onion. Toss gently.
- In a separate bowl, mix Greek yogurt with lemon juice, salt, pepper, and chopped herbs until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the veggie mixture and gently fold until all ingredients are coated.
- Cover the salad with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Scoop onto plates or serving bowls, garnishing with extra herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 5mg