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Mediterranean Cucumber
A refreshing combination of cucumber tomato and onion plus parsley and a tasty Italian dressing.
- Prep time
- 10 min
- Cook time
- 7 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 1 English (continental) cucumber
- 5 (approx 1 pound or 500 grams) tomatoes (see notes)
- ¼ red onion
- ⅓ cup chopped Italian parsley
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
- ½ teaspoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt (or more to taste)
- ⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Partly peel the cucumber and slice. Cut the large tomatoes into thin wedges and the smaller tomatoes (if using) into chunks. Thinly slice the onion.
- 2
Place all the vegetables and parsley in a large bowl. Pour dressing over and combine gently. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- 3
Transfer to a serving bowl. Allow to stand for 10 minutes before serving.
- 4
In a small bowl, combine all the salad ingredients