10 minServes 4saladsideveganvegetarianquick
Cucumber and Tomato Salad
Recipe by gingham
Crunchy, juicy, and fresh, with a simple oregano dressing. Best in summer when the tomatoes are good.
Ingredients
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 English cucumber, halved lengthwise and sliced
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
- A handful of parsley or dill, chopped
Method
Soak the onion in cold water for 5 minutes to soften its bite, then drain.
Whisk the oil, vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
Add the cucumber, tomatoes, onion, and herbs and toss well.
Let it sit for 5 minutes before serving. It's best eaten within the hour.