Classic Cucumber, Tomato and Red Onion Salad
Crunchy cucumbers, heirloom tomatoes, thinly sliced red onions and fresh dill all dressed in a simple vinaigrette for a beautiful summer salad.
Servings: 4
Equipment
- This is an affiliate link.Mandoline
Ingredients
- 3-4 ripe tomatoes I used heirloom tomatoes
- 3-4 Kirby cucumbers or 1 thin English cucumber
- 1/3 red onion sliced thinly
- 1 tbsp fresh dill or herb of your choice
For the salad dressing
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 3 tbsp This is an affiliate link.extra virgin olive oil good quality; I used unrefined olive oil
- 1/2 tsp This is an affiliate link.Dijon mustard or multigrain mustard
- salt to taste
Instructions
- In a small mason jar combine the red wine vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard and salt, put a lid on and shake till the vinaigrette emulsifies.
- Using a mandolin or a sharp knife slice the cucumbers, tomatoes and red onions. Combine all ingredients in a salad bowl, top with fresh dill or another herb if using. Start by adding 2 tablespoons of the vinaigrette and tossing the salad gently, taking care not to tear the thinly sliced ingredients. Add more dressing if desired. Reserve the rest for another use. Serve immediately.
Notes
Add the salt and dressing immediately before you plan to serve as they will draw moisture from the vegetables. If the salad is left to sit with both added, it can become soggy.
Nutrition
Calories: 102kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 17mg | Potassium: 563mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 1005IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 45mg | Iron: 1mg