Refreshing Cucumber and Tomato Salad (Salată de castraveți și roșii)
Salată de castraveți și roșii, or Refreshing Cucumber and Tomato Salad, is a classic dish from Palatine cuisine that is perfect for hot summer days. This simple and refreshing salad is packed with flavor and makes a great side dish or light meal.
Ingredients
- 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 4 ripe tomatoes, cut into wedges
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion, and parsley.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
- Adjust seasoning if necessary and serve chilled.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 0 minutes
- Total time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking method
- No cooking required
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 50
- Carbohydrates
- 12g
- Fiber
- 3g
- Protein
- 2g
- Fat
- 0g
Supplies
Large mixing bowl Small mixing bowl Whisk Sharp knife Cutting board
Tools
Refrigerator
Serving suggestions
This salad is best served as a side dish with grilled meats or as a light lunch with some crusty bread.
Tips & tricks
For an extra kick of flavor, you can add some crumbled feta cheese or olives to the salad before serving.
Cost
$8