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Fresh Simple Cucumber Tomato Salad Recipe with 4 Easy Ingredients

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A quick, fresh, and easy cucumber tomato salad made with just four simple ingredients. Perfect for summer meals, picnics, and as a refreshing side dish.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium fresh cucumbers, thinly sliced (English cucumbers preferred)
  • 3 medium ripe tomatoes, chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Juice of 1 fresh lemon
  • Pinch of sea salt (optional)
  • Freshly cracked black pepper to taste (optional)

Instructions

  1. Wash and dry your vegetables. Rinse the cucumbers and tomatoes under cold water and pat dry with a clean kitchen towel.
  2. Slice the cucumbers thinly, about 1/8 inch thick. Use a salad spinner or pat dry to reduce moisture if desired.
  3. Chop the tomatoes into bite-sized chunks, around 1-inch pieces.
  4. Combine cucumbers and tomatoes in a medium mixing bowl and toss gently.
  5. Drizzle 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil evenly over the veggies.
  6. Add the juice of one lemon, avoiding seeds.
  7. Season with a pinch of sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste.
  8. Toss gently but thoroughly to combine without mashing the tomatoes.
  9. Optional: Let the salad rest for 10 minutes at room temperature to meld flavors.

Notes

Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor; bottled lemon juice is not recommended. Drain excess liquid from juicy tomatoes to avoid watery salad. Avoid over-tossing to keep salad crisp. Letting the salad rest 10 minutes enhances flavor. English cucumbers are preferred for less bitterness and fewer seeds.

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