Recipe: Chopped cucumber and tomato salad

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Chopped cucumber and tomato salad in a bowl.

Crisp cucumber and juicy tomato are a great combo.

Serve this salad alongside chicken skewers or with a gyro. The fresh cucumber and sweet tomatoes in this salad are reminiscent of gazpacho soup.

Serves 6

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 English cucumber, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 pound tomatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 tablespoons chopped shallot
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat leaf parsley or basil

Directions

Whisk vinegar, lemon zest, lemon juice and salt in a large bowl. Slowly pour in oil and whisk to combine. Add cucumber, tomatoes and shallot and toss to combine.

Let stand at room temperature for at least 1 hour or up to 2 hours before serving.

Just before serving, stir in parsley or basil. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts (per serving):

84 calories, 7g fat, 297mg sodium, 5g carbohydrates, 1g protein, 1g fiber, 3g sugar

Adapted from: Eating Well

Reviewed by PeaceHealth dietitians and nutritionists.

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