🥗 Fresh Cucumber Tomato Garden Salad
📝 Description
This vibrant, refreshing salad is a perfect mix of crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and leafy greens, lightly tossed with herbs and seasoning. It’s simple, healthy, and bursting with natural flavors. The crunch of cucumbers, the sweetness of tomatoes, and the slight bite of red onions create a balanced dish—ideal as a light meal or a side for heavier foods.
🥗 Ingredients
- 2 cups mixed greens (lettuce, arugula, or spinach)
- 1 large cucumber (sliced)
- 2–3 medium tomatoes (cut into wedges)
- ¼ red onion (thinly sliced)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or cilantro (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
- ½ teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds or crushed nuts (optional)
👩🍳 Instructions
- Prepare vegetables
Wash and slice cucumbers, tomatoes, and onions. Chop the greens if needed. - Assemble the salad
In a large bowl, combine greens, cucumbers, tomatoes, and red onions. - Add herbs
Sprinkle fresh parsley or cilantro over the top. - Make dressing
In a small bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. - Toss and finish
Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently. Add chili flakes and seeds if using. - Serve fresh
Best served immediately for maximum crunch and flavor.
❓ Q/A
Q: Can I add protein to this salad?
Yes! Grilled chicken, boiled eggs, chickpeas, or feta cheese work great.
Q: How do I keep it from getting soggy?
Add dressing just before serving and keep veggies chilled.
Q: Can I store leftovers?
You can store it for up to 1 day in the fridge, but it’s best fresh.
Q: What dressing alternatives can I use?
Try yogurt dressing, balsamic vinaigrette, or a honey mustard mix.
Q: Is this salad good for weight loss?
Yes, it’s low in calories, high in fiber, and very filling.