This Tomato Cucumber Salad with Mint is a simple, refreshing summer salad made with crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, red onion, and plenty of fresh mint. The cucumbers are marinated in a lightly sweetened red wine vinegar dressing before the remaining ingredients are added, giving the salad a bright, tangy flavor.
The fresh mint is what really makes this salad special. It adds a subtle sweetness and a lingering cool effect that makes every bite especially refreshing. It’s an easy side dish for grilled meats, picnics, barbecues, or any warm-weather meal.
Tomato Cucumber Salad with Mint
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sugar white
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large cucumbers peeled, seeded, and cut into 1/2 inches slices
- 1 to 2 cups cherry tomatoes cut into half
- ⅔ cup mint fresh and chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- ⅔ cup red onion chopped or green onions
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the red wine vinegar, sugar, and 1 teaspoon salt until the sugar and salt are dissolved.
- Add the sliced cucumbers and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
- Add the cherry tomatoes, chopped onion, fresh mint, and olive oil to the marinated cucumbers. Gently toss to combine.
- Season with additional salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Serve chilled or at cool room temperature.
Notes
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