Lunch
Cucumber, Tomato and Red Onion Salad
A refreshing and light salad, perfect for a quick and healthy lunch. Simple to prepare, it's full of flavor and nutrients.
Total time: ⏱ 15 min🍽 2-4 servingsDifficulty: EasyPreparation time: Not specifiedCooking time: Not specified
Nutritional values have not been calculated for this recipe.
A bowl of fresh salad of cucumbers, tomatoes and red onions, garnished with parsley and a lemon wedge.
Ingredients
- 2 medium cucumbers, diced
- 2 medium tomatoes, diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Preparation steps
- In a large bowl, combine diced cucumbers, diced tomatoes and chopped red onion.
- Add chopped fresh parsley.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper.
- Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients.
- Serve immediately or let sit in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes for the flavors to blend.
Chef’s tip
For a touch of crunch, add some gluten-free croutons or toasted sunflower seeds. You can also add black olives or crumbled vegan cheese for more flavor.
