Tomato Cucumber Salad Recipe
Heirloom tomatoes, baby cucumbers, red onion, basil, sea salt, EVOO
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Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
Prepare the Vegetables
Wash the heirloom tomatoes and baby cucumbers thoroughly. Cut the tomatoes into bite-sized pieces and slice the cucumbers into thin rounds.
- 2
Slice the Onion
Peel and thinly slice the red onion. Rinse under cold water to reduce the sharpness, if desired.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped heirloom tomatoes, sliced cucumbers, and red onion.
- 4
Add Basil and Season
Tear the fresh basil leaves and add them to the bowl. Sprinkle with sea salt.
- 5
Drizzle with EVOO
Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil over the salad and gently toss to combine all ingredients.
- 6
Serve
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 15 minutes to enhance flavors.
