Deliciously Refreshing Italian Cucumber Salad to Brighten Your Day

A Refreshing Italian Cucumber Salad featuring vibrant flavors and textures, perfect for summer meals.

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Prep Time 10

Resting Time 1

Total Time 1 10

Course Salad

Cuisine Italian

Servings 4 servings

Calories 150 kcal

Equipment

medium serving bowl

Ingredients

For the Dressing

1 pinch kosher salt
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon dried oregano

For the Salad

1 cup fresh basil leaves chopped
1/2 medium red onion finely diced
1 large English cucumber diced into 1/2-inch pieces
2 medium ripe tomatoes diced

Instructions

Whisk together the dressing by combining the kosher salt, granulated sugar, extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, and dried oregano in a medium serving bowl. Mix until well combined.
Add vegetables by gently incorporating the finely diced red onion, diced tomatoes, diced cucumber, and chopped basil into the bowl with the dressing.
Toss gently all the salad ingredients together with a soft hand to avoid breaking the tomato and cucumber pieces.
Let it rest by allowing the salad to sit at room temperature for at least an hour before serving.

Notes

Optional: Garnish with extra basil leaves for a pop of color. Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor, and consider chilling the salad before serving for enhanced freshness.

Keyword cucumber salad, easy salad, Healthy Salad, Italian salad, refreshing salad, Summer Recipes