Cool Summer Cucumber and Tomato Toss

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
6%
Cool Summer Cucumber and Tomato Toss
15 min.
4
88kcal

Suggestions

This refreshing summer salad is the perfect side dish for any picnic or barbecue. It's a simple combination of fresh, ripe tomatoes and crisp cucumbers, tossed in a light balsamic vinaigrette. The result is a dish that's not only delicious but also packed with nutrients and antioxidants. With just a few simple ingredients and 15 minutes of your time, you can create a healthy and flavorful side that's sure to impress. This salad is also incredibly versatile - feel free to add in your favorite herbs or spices, or even some crumbled feta cheese for a creamy twist. It's a great way to use up those summer garden veggies and is perfect for meal prep too. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy side or a healthy snack, this Cool Summer Cucumber and Tomato Toss is a must-try. So, what are you waiting for? It's time to give this refreshing salad a whirl!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons balsamic vinegar 
  • large cucumber peeled sliced
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • servings salt and pepper to taste
  •  tomatoes fresh ripe chopped

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Place cucumber and tomatoes in a bowl.
  2. Pour in olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Season with salt and pepper. Toss gently to coat. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories88kcal
Protein4.41%
Fat72.23%
Carbs23.36%

Properties

Glycemic Index
25.75
Glycemic Load
1.46
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
4.3721738888518%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.42mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Myricetin
0.08mg
Quercetin
0.36mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:88.39kcal
4.42%
Fat:7.24g
11.13%
Saturated Fat:0.99g
6.2%
Carbohydrates:5.27g
1.76%
Net Carbohydrates:4.04g
1.47%
Sugar:3.78g
4.2%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:200.24mg
8.71%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Protein:0.99g
1.99%
Vitamin K:14.11µg
13.44%
Vitamin C:10.67mg
12.93%
Vitamin A:562.7IU
11.25%
Vitamin E:1.36mg
9.07%
Potassium:250.02mg
7.14%
Manganese:0.13mg
6.61%
Fiber:1.23g
4.91%
Folate:19.02µg
4.76%
Copper:0.09mg
4.41%
Vitamin B6:0.08mg
4.24%
Magnesium:16.13mg
4.03%
Phosphorus:30.98mg
3.1%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.96%
Iron:0.42mg
2.33%
Vitamin B5:0.22mg
2.23%
Vitamin B3:0.39mg
1.96%
Calcium:18.3mg
1.83%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.72%
Zinc:0.23mg
1.54%
Source:Allrecipes