Tomato - Cucumber Salad With Fresh Basil

Submitted by S. Merrill

"My mom sent me this recipe a few weeks ago and just in time as I had a large quantity of fresh tomatoes to use, and I was running out of ideas. It is simple and delicious. The salad serves two, but could easily be doubled."

 

• Ready In: 15mins
• Ingredients: 7
• Serves: 2

ingredients

• 1 medium tomatoes, cut into 6 slices
• 1⁄2 cup chopped cucumber
• 1⁄8 teaspoon salt
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons fresh basil or 1 1/2 teaspoons parsley, chopped fine
• 1 teaspoon grated lemon rind
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar (no other)

directions

1. Place tomato on two plates and put cucumber on top. Sprinkle with salt.
2. Mix remaining ingredients in a small bowl with a whisk.
3. Drizzle over tomato and cucumber.
4. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
5. You might try other fresh herbs to see what else might work for your taste.

Reviews

[Lori Mama]

This was very nice. The one thing I changed, was to dice the tomatoes. Very refreshing on a hot day. :)

 

[Chef de Sucre]

good recipe! I think I'll cut down some on the lemon rind and sugar next time, but it was very tasty. Thanks!

 

[MeliBug]

wow! this is a very tasty light and refreshing salad! i think its perfect as a light lunch or a pre-dinner salad! my boyfriend and i really enjoyed it! great recipe!!!