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CUCUMBER TOMATO SALAD WITH ZUCCHINI AND BLACK OLIVES IN LEMON BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



Cucumber Tomato Salad with Zucchini and Black Olives in Lemon Balsamic Vinaigrette image

This is a deliciously light and fresh-tasting twist on cucumber tomato salad. It takes me to the water's edge, and begs to be served with fresh seafood. Substitute Greek kalamata olives for black olives if desired.

Provided by Dan Zahra

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 large cucumbers, diced
1 zucchini, diced
½ red onion, thinly sliced
3 large tomatoes, diced
1 cup chopped black olives
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 ½ teaspoons lemon zest
½ lemon, juiced
1 ¼ teaspoons kosher salt, or to taste
½ teaspoon white sugar
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
½ cup extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, mix together the cucumbers, zucchini, red onion, tomatoes, black olives, basil, and thyme. In a separate bowl, whisk together the red wine vinegar, balsamic vinegar, lemon zest, lemon juice, kosher salt, sugar, and white pepper until thoroughly combined. Pour the olive oil slowly into the dressing mixture, whisking to combine. Pour the dressing over the salad, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 241.6 calories, Carbohydrate 12.2 g, Fat 21.6 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 617.7 mg, Sugar 5.7 g

CUCUMBER TOMATO SALAD WITH ZUCCHINI AND BLACK OLIVES IN LEMON BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



Cucumber Tomato Salad with Zucchini and Black Olives in Lemon Balsamic Vinaigrette image

"This is a deliciously light and fresh-tasting twist on cucumber tomato salad. It takes me to the water's edge, and begs to be served with fresh seafood. Substitute Greek kalamata olives for black olives if desired."

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 large cucumbers, diced
1 zucchini, diced
1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
3 large tomatoes, diced
1 cup chopped black olives
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons lemon zest
1/2 lemon, juiced
1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt, or to taste
1/2 teaspoon white sugar
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, mix together the cucumbers, zucchini, red onion, tomatoes, black olives, basil, and thyme. In a separate bowl, whisk together the red wine vinegar, balsamic vinegar, lemon zest, lemon juice, kosher salt, sugar, and white pepper until thoroughly combined. Pour the olive oil slowly into the dressing mixture, whisking to combine. Pour the dressing over the salad, and serve.

WARM CUCUMBER, TOMATO & LENTIL SALAD WITH BALSAMIC VINAIGRET



Warm Cucumber, Tomato & Lentil Salad With Balsamic Vinaigret image

Make and share this Warm Cucumber, Tomato & Lentil Salad With Balsamic Vinaigret recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Bekah

Categories     Lentil

Time 35m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup dry lentils
1 cucumber, peeled, seeded and diced
1 large tomatoes, seeded and diced
1/2 red onion, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • Cook dry lentils until tender following package instructions, roughly 30 minutes.
  • When tender, drain and place in large bowl.
  • Add remaining ingredients.
  • Toss well and serve warm.
  • ENJOY!

BALSAMIC TOMATO-CUCUMBER SALAD



Balsamic Tomato-Cucumber Salad image

Fresh, crisp and tasty salad. I first made this salad about six months ago and my 5 year old granddaughter could not stop eating it.

Provided by Cookie Connoisseur

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/3 cup olive oil or 1/3 cup canola oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon basil
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 cucumber, seeded and cubed
1 small green pepper, chopped
1/4 cup thinly sliced onion
4 ounces mozzarella cheese, cubed

Steps:

  • Combine first eight ingredients in jar with tight fitting lid and shake well.
  • In large bowl, combine tomatoes, cucumber, green pepper, onions.
  • Drizzle with dressing and toss.
  • Cover and refrigerate at least 15 mins but longer is better.
  • Stir in cheese before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 143, Fat 12.3, SaturatedFat 3.1, Cholesterol 11.2, Sodium 238.4, Carbohydrate 5, Fiber 1, Sugar 3, Protein 4

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