{"id":166,"date":"2010-08-12T20:05:19","date_gmt":"2010-08-13T03:05:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/recipes\/?p=166"},"modified":"2025-06-02T09:32:50","modified_gmt":"2025-06-02T16:32:50","slug":"tomato-cucumber-salad","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/tomato-cucumber-salad\/","title":{"rendered":"Tomato and Cucumber Salad"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">This <strong>tomato and cucumber salad recipe<\/strong> highlights the best of summer produce. It's easy to make, uses the best of seasonal summer vegetables, and doesn't require any cooking. The whole salad comes together in less than 10 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1500\" fetchpriority=\"high\" src=\"https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/tomato-cucumber-salad.jpg\" alt=\"Tomato cucumber salad in white bowl\" data-skip-lazy class=\"wp-image-32696\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/tomato-cucumber-salad.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/tomato-cucumber-salad-256x320.jpg 256w, https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/tomato-cucumber-salad-819x1024.jpg 819w, https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/tomato-cucumber-salad-768x960.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-it\">What is it?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>These easy summer side dishes feature tomatoes, cucumber, onions, and fresh herbs. In addition, you need onions, garlic, olive oil, herbs, and something sour like lemon juice or vinegar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You'll find versions of this salad throughout the Mediterranean, including North Africa, the Levant, and Persia. There's <em>fattoush<\/em>, which includes bread. Iran brings us <em>salad shirazi<\/em> which often includes sumac, a crimson-colored spice with a delightfully astringent flavor.&nbsp; In Turkey, you'll find <em>\u00e7oban salatas\u0131<\/em>, which often includes pomegranate and coriander.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why this recipe works<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It all comes together in a single bowl, so <strong>clean-up is super fast<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>It'll take less than 10 minutes<\/strong> to chop your vegetables and prepare the salad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fresh lemon juice brings the <strong>perfect amount of acidity<\/strong> to bring balance to the tomatoes, cucumbers, and fresh herbs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It's an <strong>excellent foundational recipe<\/strong> that allows <strong>plenty of flexibility<\/strong>. Want more protein? Add some. Is your herb garden going wild? Switch up the parsley for your favorite herb. <strong>There are endless riffs<\/strong> for this simple, vibrant salad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"key-ingredients\">Key Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Naturally, there are just two primary ingredients to this recipe: cucumbers and tomatoes. You will also need onions or garlic, olive oil, herbs, and something sour like lemon juice or vinegar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Roma tomatoes<\/strong> and <strong>plum tomatoes<\/strong> work best for this salad. They're meaty, firm, and have less water and seeds. Cherry tomatoes can be a fine substitute, too, if that's what's available.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cucumbers<\/strong> give the salad a beautiful crunch. English cucumbers are widely available and make a good choice, but small Persian cucumbers are also nice. You can also look for heirloom varietals, such as the Armenian Yard-long or the creamy Dragon's Egg cucumber.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Onion<\/strong> gives the salad a pleasant bite. Red onion is my favorite for its sharpness, but white onion also works. Green onions and garlic scapes can be nice additions, too.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Flat-leaf parsley<\/strong> gives the salad a pleasant, fresh flavor. Other popular herbs for cucumber tomato salad include dill, mint, and cilantro.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Olive oil brings all the ingredients together<\/strong>. A sharp, peppery olive oil can give the salad a beautiful, layered flavor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fresh lemon juice<\/strong> brings a pleasant note of acidity, although white or red wine vinegar are excellent in the salad, too.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Make It<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tomato and cucumber salad is just about the easiest <a href=\"https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/summer-vegetable-recipes\/\">summer vegetable recipe<\/a> you can make. You need a sharp knife, a spoon, a cutting board, and a large mixing bowl.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Prepare the vegetables<\/strong> by coring and chopping the tomatoes, chopping the cucumbers, and dicing the onion. Aim for pieces that are about \u00bc- to \u00bd-inch big.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chop the parsley<\/strong> and any other fresh herbs you plan to use. Then add them to the mixing bowl with the vegetables.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Drizzle the vegetables and herbs with olive oil and lemon juice<\/strong>. Add a generous sprinkle of salt as you like it.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"recipe-tips\">Recipe Tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Only make this recipe in summer<\/strong>, when the cucumbers are sweetest and the tomatoes red and ripe. Out of season, these vegetables taste lackluster and flat, and so will your salad.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chop all your vegetables in one uniform size. <\/strong>Your salad will have a beautiful, consistent texture and well-balanced flavor in each bite.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Core your tomatoes and get rid of the seeds<\/strong>. The tomato seeds will give the salad a watery consistency, so it's best to discard them.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Peel the cucumber if the skin is bitter<\/strong>. If the skin isn't bitter, keep it on for color.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Remove the cucumber seeds<\/strong> because they can make your salad bitter. To do this, cut the cucumber in half lengthwise and remove the seeds using a metal spoon.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stir gently<\/strong> so that you don't bruise the tomatoes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Serving Suggestions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This tomato-cucumber salad recipe makes an excellent side dish for <a href=\"https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/easy-roast-chicken\/\">roasted chicken<\/a> or grilled<a href=\"https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/turmeric-chicken-kebabs-over-basmati-rice-with-charred-scallions\/\"> turmeric chicken kebabs<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It can make a light main dish. Just add feta cheese, kalamata olives, cooked chicken, and serve with flat bread or focaccia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Create a fun spread filled with all sorts of Mediterranean-inspired favorites, such as <a href=\"https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/sprouted-hummus-recipe\/\">sprouted hummus<\/a>, fresh bread, <a href=\"https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/cauliflower-tabbouleh\/\">cauliflower tabbouleh<\/a>, and grilled meats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n<div id=\"recipe\"><\/div><div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-21685\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"21685\" data-servings=\"4\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-nk-recipe-buttons\"><div class=\"wprm-container-float-right\">\n\t\n\t<div class=\"wprm-spacer\" style=\"height: 5px;\"><\/div>\n<a href=\"#commentform\" class=\"wprm-recipe-jump-to-comments wprm-recipe-link wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #333333;\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon 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wprm-recipe-block-container-separate wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-servings-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-with-unit\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-servings-21685 wprm-recipe-servings-adjustable-disabled wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"21685\" aria-label=\"Adjust recipe servings\">4<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-block-text-normal\">servings<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wprm-recipe-name wprm-block-text-normal\">Tomato and Cucumber Salad Recipe<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-summary wprm-block-text-italic\"><span style=\"display: block;\">At the height of summer, when tomato season is at full throttle, make this easy summer salad.  There's no fussy preparation or expensive ingredients to sort out. Instead, you get a tasty and colorful salad bursting with flavor. Plus, it takes less than 10 minutes from the kitchen to the table.<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\" style=\"height: 5px;\"><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-times-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-table wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-table-borders-top-bottom wprm-recipe-table-borders-inside\" style=\"border-width: 1px;border-style: solid;border-color: #777777;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-table wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-prep-time-container\" style=\"border-width: 1px;border-style: solid;border-color: #777777;\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-faded wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-prep-time-label\">Prep Time<\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time 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class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"0\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">6<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">medium<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">tomatoes<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">(preferably Roma or Plum)<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"1\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">medium<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">cucumbers<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"2\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00bd<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">medium<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">red onion<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">(diced)<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"3\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00bd<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">chopped flat-leaf parsley<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"4\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">3<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoons<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">extra virgin olive oil<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"5\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">lemon<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">juiced<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"6\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">fine sea salt<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">as needed<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-21685-equipment\" class=\"wprm-recipe-equipment-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"21685\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-equipment-header wprm-block-text-normal wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Equipment<\/h3><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-equipment wprm-recipe-equipment-list\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-equipment-item\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-equipment-name\">medium mixing bowl<\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-21685-instructions\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-21685-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"21685\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-instructions-header wprm-block-text-normal wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Instructions<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-21685-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Core the tomatoes, discarding the seeds. Then chop the tomatoes into \u00bc- to \u00bd-inch pieces. Add them to the mixing bowl.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-21685-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Peel the cucumbers if the skin is bitter, and then cut them lengthwise. Scoop out the seeds and discard them, then chop the cucumbers into \u00bc- to \u00bd-inch pieces. Dump the cucumbers into the mixing bowl.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-21685-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Add the onion and parsley to the bowl, and then drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice. Gently stir the ingredients together until everything is well-distributed. Season with salt as needed, and serve.<\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-call-to-action wprm-call-to-action-simple\" style=\"color: #333333;margin: 0px;padding-top: 10px;padding-bottom: 10px;\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-call-to-action-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><g  transform=\"translate(0, 0)\"><polygon fill=\"none\" stroke=\"#333333\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"square\" stroke-miterlimit=\"10\" points=\"12,2.6 15,9 21.4,9 16.7,13.9 18.6,21.4 12,17.6 5.4,21.4 7.3,13.9 2.6,9 9,9 \" stroke-linejoin=\"miter\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-call-to-action-text-container\"><span class=\"wprm-call-to-action-header\" style=\"color: #333333;\">Tried this recipe?<\/span><span class=\"wprm-call-to-action-text\">Please consider <a href=\"#\" style=\"color: #5e5e5e\" role=\"button\" class=\"wprm-cta-rating-modal\" data-modal-uid=\"user-rating\" data-recipe=\"21685\">Leaving a Review<\/a>!<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"variations\">Variations and Substitutions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Use a variety of herbs<\/strong>. Fresh dill, mint, and basil can bring new elements of flavor to the salad. Use about \u00bd cup of herbs in total, or they'll begin to mask the flavor of the tomatoes and cucumbers. In addition to these herbs, purslane, and borage flowers are excellent additions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Kick up the flavor with spices<\/strong>. Salt and pepper are a classic combination, but adding citrusy sumac or freshly ground coriander can be delicious, too. Other spices that work well include cumin, caraway, and celery seed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Instead of lemon juice<\/strong>, try another source of acidity. Lime is also delicious, as are red and white wine vinegar. Pomegranate molasses, with its sweet, tangy flavor, is nice, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Add some peppers to the salad<\/strong>, including sweet bell peppers or sharp and piquant chiles.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Add a little protein.<\/strong> Salty-sour feta cheese and grilled chicken are delicious in the salad and add a good boost of protein.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Other delicious additions<\/strong> include briny olives, day-old bread torn in pieces, and chickpeas or beans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-default\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-love-fresh-summer-salads-try-these-next\">Love fresh summer salads? Try these next.<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class='feast-category-index  feast-recipe-index'><ul class=\"fsri-list feast-grid-half feast-desktop-grid-fourth\"><li class=\"listing-item\"><a href=\"https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/asian-cucumber-salad\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"360\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/asian-cucumber-salad-post-360x480.jpg\" class=\"feast_3x4_thumbnail fsri-image wp-post-image\" alt=\"Asian Style Cucumber Salad garnished with garlic chives and sesame seeds\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" aria-hidden=\"true\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/asian-cucumber-salad-post-360x480.jpg 360w, https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/asian-cucumber-salad-post-720x960.jpg 720w, https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/asian-cucumber-salad-post-180x240.jpg 180w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 360px) 100vw, 360px\" \/><div class=\"fsri-title\">Asian Cucumber Salad<\/div><\/a><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a href=\"https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/cherry-tomato-salad\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"360\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/cherry-tomato-pot-1-360x480.jpg\" class=\"feast_3x4_thumbnail fsri-image wp-post-image\" alt=\"cherry tomato salad\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" aria-hidden=\"true\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/cherry-tomato-pot-1-360x480.jpg 360w, https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/cherry-tomato-pot-1-180x240.jpg 180w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 360px) 100vw, 360px\" \/><div class=\"fsri-title\">Cherry Tomato Salad<\/div><\/a><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a href=\"https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/bell-pepper-salad\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"360\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/bell-pepper-salad-post-360x480.jpg\" class=\"feast_3x4_thumbnail fsri-image wp-post-image\" alt=\"Bell Pepper Salad on an earthenware plate next to a lemon wedge and pinch bowl filled with pink peppercorns\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" aria-hidden=\"true\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/bell-pepper-salad-post-360x480.jpg 360w, https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/bell-pepper-salad-post-720x960.jpg 720w, https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/bell-pepper-salad-post-180x240.jpg 180w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 360px) 100vw, 360px\" \/><div class=\"fsri-title\">Bell Pepper Salad<\/div><\/a><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a href=\"https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/cucumber-dill-salad\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"360\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/cucumber-dill-salad-featured-1-360x480.jpg\" class=\"feast_3x4_thumbnail fsri-image wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" aria-hidden=\"true\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/cucumber-dill-salad-featured-1-360x480.jpg 360w, https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/cucumber-dill-salad-featured-1-720x960.jpg 720w, https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/cucumber-dill-salad-featured-1-180x240.jpg 180w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 360px) 100vw, 360px\" \/><div class=\"fsri-title\">Cucumber Dill Salad<\/div><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-default\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"questions\">Recipe Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How long does it keep?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The salad will keep in a tightly sealed container in the fridge for about 3 days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can I freeze it?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>No. Most fresh tomato recipes do not freeze well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can I make it ahead of time?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Not really. It's best to enjoy the salad shortly after making it. However, you can store it in the refrigerator for a few days. The texture of the tomatoes changes with storage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why should I bother with coring the tomato?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When preparing tomatoes for salad, it's best to core them and remove the seeds. The tomato core is liquid and can make your salad watery.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This tomato and cucumber salad recipe highlights the best of summer produce. It's easy to make, uses the best of seasonal summer vegetables, and doesn't require any cooking. The whole salad comes together in less than 10 minutes. What is it? These easy summer side dishes feature tomatoes, cucumber, onions, and fresh herbs. 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It's easy to make, uses the best of seasonal summer vegetables, and doesn't require any cooking. The whole salad comes together in less than 10 minutes. What is it? These easy summer side dishes feature tomatoes, cucumber, onions, and fresh herbs. In addition, you need onions, garlic, olive oil, herbs, and something sour like lemon juice or vinegar. You'll find versions of this salad throughout the Mediterranean, including North Africa, the Levant, and Persia. There's fattoush, which includes bread. 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