Tomato and Cucumber Salad
A light and refreshing salad combining juicy tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and a flavorful basil and balsamic dressing.
Ingredients
For the salad
- 1 medium medium tomato, cut into 6 slices
- 1/2 cup chopped onions
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 tsp finely chopped dried basil leaves
- 1 tsp grated lemon peel
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 cup balsamic vinegar
Instructions
Assembling the Salad
- Start by arranging the tomato slices in a slightly overlapping circle in two serving bowls.
- Add the chopped cucumber to the bowls.
Seasoning the Salad
- Sprinkle a pinch of salt over the tomato slices and cucumber. This will enhance the flavors and help draw out the juices.
Preparing the Basil and Balsamic Dressing
- In a small bowl, combine the finely chopped dried basil leaves, grated lemon peel, and sugar.
- Mix these ingredients well to create a fragrant and sweet basil mixture.
Dressing the Salad
- Drizzle the basil mixture over the tomato slices and cucumber in each bowl. The basil adds a fresh and aromatic element to the salad.
- To finish, generously drizzle balsamic vinegar over the entire salad.
Enjoy Your Salad!
- Your refreshing Tomato and Cucumber Salad with Basil and Balsamic Dressing is ready to be enjoyed.
Notes
This salad is perfect for a quick and healthy meal or as a refreshing side dish.