Best 10 Chunky Tomato Cucumber Salad Recipes

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**Introduction:**

Feast your taste buds on a refreshing and vibrant medley of flavors with our Chunky Tomato Cucumber Salad! This delectable salad combines the juicy sweetness of tomatoes, the crisp freshness of cucumbers, and the zesty tang of red onions, all harmoniously blended in a delightful vinaigrette dressing. The addition of feta cheese crumbles adds a touch of creamy richness, while the sprinkle of fresh dill brings a burst of herbaceousness that elevates the salad to a whole new level.

For those seeking a vegan alternative, our Vegan Chunky Tomato Cucumber Salad offers a plant-based twist on this classic dish. This version swaps out the feta cheese for creamy avocado slices, adding a luscious texture and a boost of healthy fats. The zesty dressing is made with a combination of lemon juice, olive oil, and Dijon mustard, creating a tangy and flavorful marinade for the vegetables.

If you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, our 10-Minute Chunky Tomato Cucumber Salad is the perfect solution. This speedy version utilizes pre-cut vegetables and a simple vinaigrette, allowing you to whip up a delicious and healthy salad in no time.

And for those who love a spicy kick, our Spicy Chunky Tomato Cucumber Salad is sure to satisfy your cravings. This variation incorporates diced jalapeños and a spicy dressing made with chili powder and cayenne pepper, adding a fiery touch to the classic salad.

No matter which recipe you choose, you're in for a treat with our Chunky Tomato Cucumber Salad. Its vibrant colors, refreshing flavors, and versatility make it a perfect side dish, lunch option, or light summer meal.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

TOMATO CUCUMBER SALAD



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A simple, refreshing salad that accompanies any type of food.

Provided by Sowmya

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tomatoes, chopped
1 cucumber, peeled and diced
1 onion, chopped
1 tablespoon lemon juice
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Combine tomatoes, cucumbers, and onions in a salad bowl. Season to taste with salt and black pepper. Sprinkle with lemon juice. Chill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 31.3 calories, Carbohydrate 7.1 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 1.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 5.8 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

CUCUMBER AND TOMATO SALAD



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 English or seedless cucumber, diced
2 vine-ripe tomatoes, diced
Handful flat-leaf parsley, chopped
1/2 medium red onion, chopped
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, a couple of splashes
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, eyeball it
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a bowl. Dress with vinegar and oil, salt and pepper, to your taste.

CUCUMBER TOMATO SALAD



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"My mother shared the recipe with me after falling in love with this fresh-tasting dish at a family reunion," relates Leslie Monroe of Camp Lejeune, North Carolina. "When it's made with garden-grown cucumbers and tomatoes, it's more than tasty- it's sublime."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 large cucumbers, peeled and diced
2 large tomatoes, diced
1 medium green pepper, diced
1 medium onion, diced
1 bottle (8 ounces) fat-free Italian salad dressing
Sugar substitute equivalent to 2 teaspoons sugar

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the cucumbers, tomatoes, green pepper and onion. Combine salad dressing and sugar substitute; pour over vegetables. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts :

DILLED CUCUMBER AND TOMATO SALAD



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Enjoy this flavorful vegetable salad - a perfect side dish.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 medium tomatoes, each cut into 8 wedges (about 3 cups)
2 medium cucumbers, thinly sliced (about 5 cups)
1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
1/2 cup rice vinegar
4 teaspoons sugar
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh dill
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt

Steps:

  • In large glass serving bowl, mix tomatoes, cucumbers and onion.
  • In small bowl, mix all remaining ingredients until blended. Pour vinegar mixture over vegetables; toss to mix. Cover; refrigerate 1 hour to blend flavors. Toss again just before serving. Serve with slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 35, Carbohydrate 8 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 90 mg, Sugar 6 g

CHUNKY MUSHROOM AND TOMATO SALAD



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We have family get-togethers frequently throughout the year, and I'm always looking for a new dish to take along. This super salad has become my trademark.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 pound fresh mushrooms, quartered
16 cherry tomatoes, halved
3 tablespoons minced chives
2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Add mushrooms; toss to coat. Chill for at least 1 hour. Just before serving, stir in tomatoes and chives; sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 124 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 165mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

MARINATED CUCUMBER, ONION, AND TOMATO SALAD



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This is an easy salad that is perfect for a warm summer day.

Provided by BogeyBill

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 2h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup water
½ cup distilled white vinegar
¼ cup vegetable oil
¼ cup sugar
2 teaspoons salt
1 tablespoon fresh, coarsely ground black pepper
3 cucumbers, peeled and sliced 1/4-inch thick
3 tomatoes, cut into wedges
1 onion, sliced and separated into rings

Steps:

  • Whisk water, vinegar, oil, sugar, salt, and pepper together in a large bowl until smooth; add cucumbers, tomatoes, and onion and stir to coat.
  • Cover bowl with plastic wrap; refrigerate at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 156.2 calories, Carbohydrate 18 g, Fat 9.5 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 784 mg, Sugar 11.9 g

CHUNKY COCONUT, TOMATO, CUCUMBER AND LIME RELISH



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This is a really nice fresh salad/relish and is very simple to make. It goes especially well with Fragrant Green Chicken Curry.

Provided by Jamie Oliver

Categories     appetizer

Time 12m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

16 cherry tomatoes, quartered or roughly chopped
1/2 fresh coconut, grated or shaved
1 small handful of basil, or coriander, roughly chopped
6 inches cucumber, skinned, seeds removed and roughly chopped
1 thinly sliced red chili (optional)
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 or 2 limes, juiced

Steps:

  • Put the tomatoes, coconut, basil, cucumbers and chili, if using, into a bowl and toss. Just before serving, toss in the olive oil, salt, pepper and lime juice to taste.

CHUNKY TOMATO & CUCUMBER SALAD



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The ideal way to enjoy this summery tomato-cucumber salad: Toss the veggies and dressing together to chill; then top with goat cheese just before serving.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 2h10m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 large cucumber, peeled, seeded and chopped
1 large tomato, seeded, chopped
1/2 cup finely chopped red onions
1/4 cup KRAFT Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing
1 Tbsp. chopped fresh basil
2 oz. crumbled goat cheese

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients except cheese in large bowl.
  • Refrigerate 2 hours.
  • Top with cheese before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 150 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 3 g

CHUNKY TOMATO SALAD



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Make and share this Chunky Tomato Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Sageca

Categories     Onions

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 tomatoes, cut into 3/4-inch pieces
1/3 cup kalamata olive, pitted halved
1 cup canned artichoke heart, quarterd
1/2 cup green pepper, diced
1 cup mozzarella cheese, cubed
1/3 cup red onion, sliced
1/4 cup fresh basil, thinly sliced
4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • Combine tomatoes, artichokes, olives onions and cheese in medium bowl.
  • Sprinkle on the basil,olive oil and lemon juice; toss to blend well.
  • Season salad to taste with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 272, Fat 21.4, SaturatedFat 5.8, Cholesterol 22.1, Sodium 290.7, Carbohydrate 13.8, Fiber 6.1, Sugar 5.2, Protein 9

CHUNKY GARDEN TOMATO SALAD



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Make and share this Chunky Garden Tomato Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Parsley

Categories     Onions

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 large garden tomatoes, homegrown, cut into large dice
1 vidalia onion, diced large
1 medium cucumber, cut lengthwise then cut into large dice
1 -2 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon dill weed
1/4 teaspoon sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss together the diced tomatoes, cucimbers, onion and chopped basil; set aside.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together oil, red wine vinegar, salt, pepper, dill weed and sugar.
  • Pour the dressing over veggie mixture and gently toss to coat.
  • Chill before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 52.3, Fat 2.5, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 200, Carbohydrate 7.4, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 4.2, Protein 1.3

Tips:

  • Choose ripe, juicy tomatoes: The better the quality of your tomatoes, the better your salad will be. Look for tomatoes that are deep red in color and have a firm texture.
  • Use a variety of cucumbers: Different types of cucumbers offer different flavors and textures. Try using a combination of English cucumbers, Persian cucumbers, and Kirby cucumbers for a more complex salad.
  • Don't over-seed your cucumbers: If you don't want your salad to be watery, be sure to remove the seeds from your cucumbers before slicing them.
  • Use a light, flavorful dressing: A simple vinaigrette or yogurt-based dressing is a great way to add flavor to your salad without overpowering the natural flavors of the tomatoes and cucumbers.
  • Chill your salad before serving: Chilled salad is more refreshing and flavorful. Be sure to chill your salad for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Conclusion:

This chunky tomato cucumber salad is a refreshing, flavorful, and healthy side dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a light and refreshing salad, give this chunky tomato cucumber salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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