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Creamy Cucumber and Tomato Salad

Creamy Cucumber and Tomato Salad for Fresh Summer Joy

Enjoy a quick and easy Creamy Cucumber and Tomato Salad, perfect for summer gatherings, providing vibrant flavors and customizable options.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 large English Cucumber Adds crispness and freshness
  • 2 medium Tomatoes Juicy and sweet; cherry or grape tomatoes can enhance flavor
  • 1 medium Brown Onion Soak in cold water for a milder taste
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Acts as the creamy dressing base; low-fat options work well
  • to taste Salt Adjust to taste
  • to taste Black Pepper Adjust to taste
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons Parsley Or Dill; for garnishing, offering aromatic freshness

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash the English cucumber and medium tomatoes thoroughly. Slice the cucumber into half-moons and quarter the tomatoes. Thinly slice a brown onion and soak in cold water for about 5 minutes.
  2. In a separate bowl, combine sour cream, salt, and black pepper. Whisk together thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  3. Pour the creamy dressing over the prepped vegetables in a large bowl. Toss the ingredients together gently until evenly coated.
  4. Let the salad rest in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1salad servingCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 2gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For dairy-free version, substitute sour cream with coconut or cashew-based alternatives. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 1 day.

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