Description
A collection of fresh summer recipes that are perfect for enjoying the vibrant flavors of the season.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups of fresh tomatoes, diced
- 1 cup of cucumber, diced
- 1 cup of bell peppers, diced
- 1/2 cup of red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup of fresh basil, chopped
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, and red onion.
- Add the chopped basil to the bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Let the salad sit for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- Feel free to add other fresh vegetables or herbs as desired.
- This salad pairs well with grilled meats or seafood.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: fresh summer recipes, summer salad, healthy recipes