Creamy Cucumber Tomato Salad
Aug 07, 2025 12:27 PM
Make the most of summer produce with this classic salad. It's easy and refreshing, juicy and crisp. It has a tangy yogurt-sour cream dressing that's cool and creamy without being heavy. It uses simple ingredients, so the fresher the better.
This simple salad is a classic summer recipe, but you'll want it on repeat for weeknight dinners, barbecues, and everything in between during hot days.
Making it at home means you get full control over texture and flavor: more herbs, less onion, extra tang. Use fresh, firm vegetables and let the salad chill for a bit so the flavors meld together.
It’s ideal for assembling a few hours ahead. It holds up well in the fridge for a day or two, maybe three, until the vegetables soften too much. In my opinion, leftovers taste even better the next day. It's something about the juices that mix with the dressing, improving the flavors. That said, it's fantastic served freshly made.
It pairs well with grilled chicken, burgers, or fish. Great as a cold lunch salad with a slice of rustic bread and as part of a potluck, cookout or barbecue spread. It goes well with other favorites like a classic potato salad, pasta shrimp salad, hummus and some garlic naan or a classic baguette.
It scales easily, whether you're making it for two or a crowd, and needs a simple dressing, just good olive oil, vinegar or lemon juice, and some seasonings.
Ingredients:
For the Salad
- 2 cups sliced English cucumber, into half moons or circles
- 2 cups tomato pieces, beefsteak or grape tomatoes in chunks, or halved cherry tomatoes
- ½ cup sliced yellow or red onion
For the Сreamy Dressing
- 3 tablespoons plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice or vinegar
- salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley or dill
- extra chopped fresh dill or parsley, for garnish
Prep Time:
15 minutes
Total Time:
45 minutes
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