Creamy Cucumber Tomato Salad
Creamy Cucumber Tomato Salad is cool, crisp, and comforting.Fresh vegetables pair perfectly with a tangy dressing.It’s quick to prepare and refreshing.Ideal for summer meals and gatherings.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cucumbers, sliced
- 1½ cups tomatoes, chopped or sliced
- ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup sour cream or plain yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill or parsley, chopped
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Place sliced cucumbers, tomatoes, and red onion in a large bowl.
- In a separate bowl, whisk sour cream (or yogurt), mayonnaise, lemon juice, herbs, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the vegetables.
- Toss gently until evenly coated.
- Chill for 10 minutes before serving for best flavor.
Notes
- Use fresh, firm cucumbers for best crunch.
- Greek yogurt creates a thicker, lighter dressing.
- Drain excess juice from tomatoes to avoid a watery salad.
- Best served fresh and chilled.
- Keeps well refrigerated for up to 24 hours.