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.

Refreshing Cucumber and Tomato Salad (Salată de castraveți și roșii)

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

  1. In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion, and parsley.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
  4. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
  5. 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