Refreshing Cucumber Tomato Onion Salad with Homemade Vinaigrette

I don’t always have salad, but when I do, I like to make it extra special. A bed of greens is great, but there has to be more to it, for me to really enjoy it. Therefore, we’re going with a refreshing Cucumber Tomato Onion salad with homemade vinaigrette!

This summer chopped salad can be enjoyed as-is, or added to a main or another side. Serve with your favorite mains and sides, mine includes a breakfast tofu scramble, Puerto Rican rice, and a simple green salad. 

Why You’ll Love This 

• This refreshing cucumber tomato onion salad is ridiculously healthy! Made with wholesome, plant-based ingredients to brighten up your day. It’s also low-carb and low-calorie. 
• It’s a quick and easy recipe! No cooking involved – just chop and mix. 
• If you’re looking for something refreshing – this is the recipe! It’s perfect for summer due to its lightness, juiciness, and tangy flavors.

Long story short: This recipe is juicy, vinegary, and lip-smackin’ juicy!

For more summertime recipes, check out our chickpea salad sandwich, zucchini soup, cannellini bean burger, mac and cheese, potato salad, and black bean tofu burger. 

Ingredients & Substitutions

• Cucumber: We used regular cucumber. However, English cucumbers are a great option since they have  thinner flesh and fewer seeds. Either way, we left the peel on. 
• Tomatoes: Although we used ripe Roma tomatoes due to their sweetness and low cost, other tomato varieties work great in this salad recipe, too. Try it out with cherry or heirloom tomatoes. 
• Onion: Red onions are a must! They have the perfect flavor for this salad. 
• Parsley: Herbs will seal the deal on this salad recipe. Basil, dill, and mint can also be used. 
• Apple cider vinaigrette salad dressing: We’re using our homemade vinaigrette made with extra-virgin olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, dijon mustard, and garlic.  
• Salt & pepper to taste  

How To Make Cucumber Salad With Tomatoes and Onion

This recipe is insanely easy to make! The “hard” part is chopping all of your vegetables. I prefer to go with smaller pieces, so I have all of the flavors incorporated with every bite. 

1. Add the chopped cucumber, tomatoes, onion, fresh herbs, salt & pepper into a large bowl. 
2. Pour the homemade apple cider vinaigrette salad dressing over the salad, along with the salt and pepper. Toss. 

Then, you’re done. It’s best served chilled, so I recommend covering the bowl and refrigerating it for at least a couple hours, or overnight. 

Recipe FAQs

What is the best way to cut cucumber for salad 

• First, remove the ends from the cucumber. 

• Then, cut the cucumber in half, lengthwise. 

• Lay the halves flat and cut them into half-moon/half-circle pieces. 

Can This Cucumber Salad Be Made In Advanced 

Yep! And it’s even better that way. It can be served right away, but having it sit in the fridge for a few hours will allow the vinaigrette to mingle with the rest of the ingredients. 

Should Cucumbers Be Peeled for Salads 

It is 100% up to you if you want to leave the peels on. I decided to leave the peels on for fiber and to reduce any food waste. However, if you decide to remove the peels, that’s fine too. If you’re using English cucumbers, their flesh is thin enough to not need to have them peeled. 

How To Store 

This chopped cucumber salad may be stored for leftovers! Store the salad in an airtight container or reusable silicone bag for up to 2-3 days in the refrigerator. 

More Cucumber Recipes: 

• Cucumber Tea Sandwiches 

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