Tomato Cucumber Summer Salad Refreshment

Ingredients

Estimated total cost: €4.83 · €0.80/serving

• 11/2 pounds ripe tomatoesEst. price €1.20–€2.70
• Pinch each of kosher salt and black pepperEst. price €0.01–€0.03
• Pinch of sugarEst. price €0.01–€0.02
• 2 medium cucumbersEst. price €1.00–€2.00
• 1/2 large red onionEst. price €0.25–€0.50
• 30 small fresh basil leavesEst. price €0.40–€0.80
• 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oilEst. price €1.50–€3.00
• 1/4 cup red wine vinegarEst. price €0.30–€0.60
• Black pepperEst. price €0.01–€0.02
• 1 teaspoon kosher saltEst. price €0.02–€0.05

Steps

1. 1

   Start by removing the cores from the tomatoes and slicing them into 6 to 8 wedges lengthwise. Then, halve each wedge crosswise. Take a large bowl and place the tomatoes in it. Season them with a generous pinch of salt, pepper, and sugar to enhance their flavors. Trim the ends of the cucumbers, use a vegetable peeler to create long strips on the skin, then cut them in half lengthwise followed by slicing them into 1/4-inch pieces. Add these cucumber slices to the bowl with the tomatoes. Peel the onion, slice it lengthwise into slivers, and add them to the bowl with the tomatoes and cucumbers. Mix everything together thoroughly for even distribution of flavors.

2. 2

   Begin by washing and patting dry the basil leaves. Arrange the leaves in a stack, then tightly roll them lengthwise like a cigar. Proceed to slice the rolled basil crosswise into thin strips before gently mixing them into the salad.

3. 3

   Prepare the dressing by combining all the ingredients in a small bowl and whisking them together. Drizzle the dressing over the tomatoes and cucumbers.

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• Cultural note

  The Tomato Cucumber Summer Salad is a popular dish in Mediterranean cuisine, known for its simplicity and fresh ingredients. It reflects the region's emphasis on using seasonal produce and simple flavor combinations.

• Seasonal note

  Tomato Cucumber Summer Salad is best made during the summer months when tomatoes and cucumbers are in season, ensuring the freshest and most flavorful ingredients.

• Health note

  This salad is a healthy choice as it is low in calories and high in fiber, providing essential vitamins like A, C, and K. It is also a good source of monounsaturated fats from olive oil.