cucumber tomato salad,

🥗 Cucumber Tomato Salad

🕒 Prep Time: 10 min

Serves: 4

🍴 Ingredients:

• 2 large cucumbers, sliced (English or Persian cucumbers work great)

• 3–4 ripe tomatoes, chopped (cherry tomatoes halved work well too)

• ½ small red onion, thinly sliced (optional)

• ¼ cup fresh parsley or basil, chopped

• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

• 1 tbsp red wine vinegar or lemon juice

• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

• Optional: ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese or mozzarella balls

🔪 Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, tomatoes, and onion (if using).

2. Add chopped herbs.

3. Drizzle olive oil and vinegar or lemon juice over the salad.

4. Toss gently to combine.

5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

6. Optional: Sprinkle with feta or mozzarella cheese before serving.

🔄 Variations:

• Add sliced bell peppers or radishes for extra crunch.

• Use fresh dill instead of parsley or basil for a different herb flavor.

• Toss in olives and capers for a Mediterranean twist.

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