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summer side dishes

Summer Side Dishes: 5 Vibrant Salads to Savor Today


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A refreshing summer side dish that complements grilled meats and seafood.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups of cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 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

  1. In a large bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and basil.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Let it sit for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Use fresh ingredients for best flavor.
  • Can be refrigerated for up to 2 days.
  • Add feta cheese for extra flavor.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: No-cook
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: summer side dishes, tomato salad, fresh vegetables