Description
A refreshing summer salad combining crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and aromatic basil, enhanced with a tangy olive oil and vinegar dressing.
Ingredients
- 1 large English Cucumber
- 1 large Ripe Tomato
- 0.25 cup Red Onion, diced
- 0.5 cup Fresh Basil, chopped
- 4 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar
- Salt, to taste
- Black Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables: Wash the cucumber and tomato thoroughly. Slice the cucumber into thin rounds and the tomato into wedges or cubes. Dice the red onion finely.
- Combine ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced cucumber, diced tomato, and chopped red onion. Gently toss together.
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil and red wine vinegar. Add salt and black pepper to taste.
- Dress the salad: Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and add fresh basil last. Toss lightly.
- Chill and serve: Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and let the salad rest before serving for flavor development.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cooking Required
- Cuisine: Italian