The farmer’s markets are overflowing with juicy garden fresh veggies, so I made a big bowl of cucumber tomato salad. So simple, refreshing and very tasty!

This salad is perfect for a casual dinner or feeding a crowd at a party.

Tomato Cucumber Salad

  • 5 large tomatoes quartered
  • 1 English cucumber, sliced
  • 1/2 large red onion, sliced

For the dressing:

  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt +
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon sweetener of choice (Optional)
  • 1 teaspoon dried herbs of choice – oregano, basil, dill, parsley, Italian blend, etc.

Place salad ingredients in a bowl. Mix the dressing ingredients in a container and shake to blend. Pour over salad ingredients and blend.