Mediterranean Salad with Cucumber – Tomato and Onion
Our easy Mediterranean salad recipe comes together in 10 minutes with just a handful of ingredients. This chopped salad recipe works as a side dish but also makes a vegetarian meal on its own.
Mediterranean salad recipe – Quick, refreshing, and going well with any meal, this Mediterranean salad is made with cucumber, tomato, red onion, and cilantro, and simply tossed with lime juice and olive oil. This salad is a great option for summer lunches and you can make it in 10 minutes. You can easily double as a side salad or vegetarian main dish. Enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Raw
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 2 to 3 medium tomatoes, diced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly diced
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro (and/or mint, basil, parsley, dill…)
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt and fresh cracked pepper, or to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: Dice cucumbers, onion, and tomatoes into small cubes. You can soak the diced red onion in water for 10 minutes so the taste isn’t as strong.
- Mix Ingredients: Add the diced veggies and chopped cilantro to a large salad bowl. Pour over the olive oil and lemon juice, then season with salt and pepper.
- Let it Sit: Mix everything together and let the Mediterranean salad sit for 10-15 minutes before serving at room temperature or lightly chilled. Enjoy! ❤️
Notes
- Choose High-Quality Olive Oil: A good quality extra virgin olive oil enhances the flavor of the salad.
- Herb Variations: Switch cilantro for other fresh herbs like mint, parsley, basil, or dill.
- Additional Ingredients: Add olives, chickpeas, red bell peppers, cooked and chilled couscous, pine nuts, or feta cheese for more variety.
- Make It a Full Meal: For added protein, top with grilled chicken, hard-boiled eggs, or shrimp.
- Storage Tips: Cover and refrigerate any salad leftovers for up to 2 days.
- Health Benefits: This salad is packed with fresh ingredients and healthy fats, making it a nutritious addition to a Mediterranean diet.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg