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Published: August 18, 2022 Last Modified: August 18, 2022 By Sara 51 Comments

Cucumber Tomato Salad

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This cucumber tomato salad is full of fresh sliced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, red onion and green peppers, all tossed in an herb dressing.
This cucumber tomato salad is full of fresh sliced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, red onion and green peppers, all tossed in an herb dressing.
This cucumber tomato salad is full of fresh sliced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, red onion and green peppers, all tossed in an herb dressing.

This cucumber tomato salad is full of fresh sliced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, red onion and green peppers, all tossed in an herb dressing. The perfect light and refreshing side dish for any summer meal!

Cucumber salad is a mainstay of summer parties. It’s inexpensive, easy to make and so refreshing on a hot day. My version is a mixture of cucumber, tomato, red onion and green bell pepper for an amazing combination of flavors and textures.

A bowl of cucumber tomato salad garnished with fresh herbs.

I am in love with summer salads like this cucumber tomato salad. Not only are they easy to make, but they’re just so fresh, and you can eat a lot of salad without feeling weighed down! I especially love when there’s a summer get together and I get to make more than one delicious chilled salad like this one.

Cucumber Salad Ingredients

Ingredients in bowls including cucumber, tomato, herbs and seasonings.

The vegetables in this salad include cucumbers, tomatoes, bell peppers, assorted fresh herbs and red onions. A simple dressing is made with olive oil, red wine vinegar, mustard, salt, pepper and dried oregano.

HOW DO YOU MAKE CUCUMBER TOMATO SALAD?

Start by slicing your fresh cucumbers, tomatoes, bell peppers and red onions and place them in a bowl. In a separate bowl, add the ingredients for your tasty herb dressing and mix well. Pour the dressing over the top of your vegetables, toss to mix, and you have a perfectly light salad that goes with any summer meal!

Step by step process shots showing how to make tomato cucumber salad.

Tips for the perfect dish

  • Any type of cucumber is fine for this tomato salad as long as you remove the seeds before slicing. I’ve made this salad with standard waxed cucumbers, English cucumbers and little Persian cucumbers and it comes out great every time. If you’re using the waxy type of cucumber, you may want to peel them first.
  • Red, yellow, or orange bell peppers work just as well as green bell peppers and add a great burst of color. I like to use cherry tomatoes, but diced ripe tomatoes are also a good choice.
  • This salad stays fresh in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Store it in an airtight container until you’re ready to eat.
A spoon serving up a portion of cucumber and tomato salad.

Recipe FAQs

Are cucumbers healthy?

Cucumbers are full of vitamins and nutrients, and are low calorie, low sodium and low in carbohydrates. This veggie contains Vitamin C, Vitamin K, magnesium, potassium and manganese. Cucumbers are primarily made out of water, which means that consuming cucumbers will help you stay hydrated.

What goes with cucumber salad?

I prefer to serve this cucumber tomato as a side dish to proteins such as grilled chicken, steak or fish. The salad also pairs well alongside pizza, pasta or with Greek inspired dishes.

What does a cucumber salad contain?

The basic ingredients for cucumber salad include cucumbers, onion, herbs and dressing. This cucumber tomato salad goes a step further with cherry tomatoes and bell peppers.

Cucumber tomato salad served with grilled chicken and rice.

Cucumber Tomato Salad Flavor Variations

This salad is great as-is, but you can absolutely add other ingredients to customize it to your tastes.

  • Greek: Add 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese and 1/4 cup sliced kalamata olives.
  • Mexican: Stir in a diced avocado, 3/4 cup corn kernels and 1 cup black beans. Swap out the parsley for cilantro.
  • Italian: Add 1/2 cup small mozzarella balls along with 1/4 cup diced marinated artichoke hearts. You can also add diced salami and white beans.
  • Pasta: Turn this into a pasta salad by adding 3 cups of cooked pasta such as penne or farfalle. Be sure to double the dressing amount if you’re going this route.

I make this salad all summer long. It uses simple ingredients that I always have on hand, and pairs perfectly with salmon, roasted chicken and steak for a healthy and hearty meal.

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A bowl of cucumber tomato salad garnished with fresh herbs.
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Cucumber Tomato Salad

This cucumber tomato salad is full of fresh sliced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, red onion and green peppers, all tossed in an herb dressing. The perfect light and refreshing side dish for any summer meal!
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Total Time 11 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 107kcal
Author Sara Welch

Ingredients

  • 3 cups sliced cucumbers
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/4 cup red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper cored, seeded and diced
  • 1/4 cup chopped herbs such as parsley, dill, chives or green onion
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano

Instructions

  • Place the cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, red onion, bell pepper and herbs in a large bowl.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper and oregano.
  • Pour the dressing over the vegetables. Toss gently to coat. Serve.

Notes

  1. Red, yellow or orange bell peppers work just as well as green bell peppers and add a great burst of color. 
  2. This salad stays fresh in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Store it in an airtight container until you’re ready to eat.
  3. You can use any type of cucumbers you like, but I recommend peeling standard waxy cucumbers and removing the seeds.

Nutrition

Calories: 107kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 17mg | Potassium: 243mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 365IU | Vitamin C: 29.9mg | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 0.6mg
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    Comments

    1. Shashi says

      August 22, 2022 at 8:58 pm

      Cucumber salads are a fav in our home in the summer and this was such a delicious hit!

      Reply
    2. MacKenzie says

      August 22, 2022 at 7:41 pm

      5 stars
      I will be making this again. The colors and flavors are perfect.

      Reply
    3. Laressa says

      August 22, 2022 at 5:52 pm

      5 stars
      love this salad in the summer, goes perfect with grilled chicken!

      Reply
    4. Gina Abernathy says

      August 22, 2022 at 5:46 pm

      5 stars
      I have fallen in love with fresh salads this summer. This is a great lunch and dinner side dish.

      Reply
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