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    Home ยป Cucumber Tomato Salad

    July 8, 2016 Appetizers

    Cucumber Tomato Salad

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    Cucumber Tomato Salad -- it's a salad, southern style, and your new favorite picnic side that can sit out all day without killing anyone ( I'm looking at you, potato salad! )

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    corn tomato salad

    Why make a cucumber tomato salad recipe?

    You know by now that I will eat pretty much anything.  However, there are some foods that I would prefer not to eat if given the chance, and cucumbers are nearly at the top of that list.  A little slimy and full of that ... I don't know ... cucumber-y flavor, they never seem to add anything notable to a dish other than a light slime and the vague flavor of garden-y water.

    cucumber tomato salad

    As for you health heroes out there doing things like eating cucumbers with your hummus instead of delicious, delicious pita chips, I applaud you: you are a better snacker than I.  Salads, wraps, dips, and more -- they are ALL better without cucumbers.

    So what business do I have making a cucumber tomato salad?  Because cucumber tomato salad is one of those Southern classics that is so good, even this lifelong cucumber avoider can't say "no".  

    cucumber tomato salad recipe

    Garden fresh tomatoes, thinly sliced sweet onion, and yes, the bright, watery flavor and crunch of my one of my least favorite foods, the cucumber, all come together to make a vibrant, veggie-packed, Non-Slimy, vegan and vegetarian-friendly side dish that can stay on the picnic table even on the hottest of hot summer afternoons, without any worry of sending everyone home poisoned.

    And really isn't that all any of us are after? Something to sustain us and not leave us poisoned? But also, the deliciousness. The bright, vinegary, crunchy, Summery deliciousness.  Cucumber up, y'all!

    cucumber tomato salad dressing

    How to make Cucumber Tomato Salad

    It couldn't be easier!

    • Chop all of the tomatoes, cucumbers, and slice the onion thinly
    • Make the dressing
    • Toss the dressing with the chopped items
    • Serve or let sit overnight and serve chilled

    Dressing for Cucumber Tomato Salad

    Super fresh and light, this acidic dressing has just enough sweetness added to give it balance.

    • Vinegar (I like white/distilled, but cider vinegar may also be used)
    • Olive Oil
    • Sugar
    • Salt
    • Pepper
    • Oregano
    cucumber tomato salad

    Can this dish be made ahead?

    Yes! And I highly recommend doing so. This salad is best the day AFTER you make it - so go ahead and prep this long before you want to eat it, and then enjoy it nice and chilled once the flavors have had the chance to meld.

    If you like this cucumber salad recipe, you might also like:

    • Lemony Lima Bean Salad
    • Southern Baked Macaroni and Cheese
    • Sauteed Squash, Tomatoes, and Corn
    corn tomato salad

    Cucumber Tomato Salad

    A southern picnic and hot-weather healthy dinner staple: Marinated cucumbers, tomatoes, and onions make a delicious Cucumber Tomato Onion Salad
    4.58 from 7 votes
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    Course: Salad
    Cuisine: Southern
    Keyword: cucumber tomato salad
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes
    Servings: 3 servings
    Author: Marianne

    Ingredients

    • 4 vine-ripened tomatoes cut into ½" chunks
    • 2 cucumbers cut into ½" chunks
    • ½ large Vidalia onion or yellow / Spanish onion. sliced very thinly

    For the Cucumber Tomato Salad Dressing

    • 1 cup cider vinegar or distilled / white vinegar
    • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
    • 3 tablespoons white sugar
    • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
    • 1 teaspoon ground pepper
    • 1 ½ teaspoon salt

    Instructions

    • Whisk the dressing ingredients in a large bowl.
    • Add the tomatoes, cucumber, and onions to the bowl and toss to coat.
    • Let sit for at least an hour before serving, although it's best if left overnight in the fridge and then served chilled.
    Tried this recipe?Mention @basilandbubbly or tag #basilandbubbly!

    This post was updated in Summer of 2021 to have new photos and more clear instructions. Here are the old photos below ( because I love comparing the before and after and thought you might like to, too! )

    Tomato Cucumber Salad
    Tomato Onion Cucumber Salad
    Cucumber Tomato Salad

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    1. Lady says

      July 28, 2018 at 2:37 pm

      4 stars
      It's great with small diced Havrati cheese and because I love onions I use red and sweet yellow onions and cut them a bit thick and use fresh basil. This is delicious with nearly anything. Nice to meet you. I'm from NC but residing in another state at the present time. I love to cook.
      Blessings

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    2. Kristie says

      July 17, 2016 at 7:20 pm

      Ooh, this looks heavenly. Perfect for these dog days of summer in Charleston. xoxo

      Kristie
      http://www.kristiesreverie.com

      Reply
    3. Patty says

      July 14, 2016 at 5:21 pm

      5 stars
      This is my favourite salad. When I was a little girl, I used to eat it every day in summer ๐Ÿ™‚

      I invite you to visit my travel blog and read my latest posts... I hope you'll like them ๐Ÿ™‚

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    4. Kelley says

      July 14, 2016 at 8:36 am

      Tomatoes scare me, but I'll have to get over that and make this when my mom is here -- it has her name written ALL over it!

      Reply
    5. liz martin [Charleston Weekender] says

      July 14, 2016 at 8:25 am

      5 stars
      Seems easy enough! This is my kind of "cooking".

      Reply
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