Cucumber Tomato Salad

This refreshing Cucumber Tomato Salad combines crisp cucumbers and juicy tomatoes, tossed in a zesty lemon vinaigrette. It's a perfect light lunch option that is both nutritious and satisfying.

Ingredients

• Cucumber - 1 medium, diced
• Tomatoes - 2 medium, diced
• Red onion - 1/4 medium, finely chopped
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Feta cheese - 30 grams, crumbled (optional)

Steps

1. Wash and dice the cucumber and tomatoes into bite-sized pieces.
2. Finely chop the red onion and fresh parsley.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, and parsley.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
5. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients.
6. If desired, sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 10 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in vitamins and antioxidants from fresh vegetables.
• Low in calories, making it a great option for weight management.

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