Best 6 Cucumber Tomato Surprise Salad Raw Recipes

**Cucumber Tomato Surprise Salad (Raw): A Refreshing and Nutritious Summer Treat**

As the summer heat sets in, there's nothing quite like a refreshing and nutritious salad to cool you down and revitalize your taste buds. Our Cucumber Tomato Surprise Salad is a delightful combination of crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, tangy red onions, and a zesty dressing that's sure to tantalize your palate. With its vibrant colors and flavors, this salad is not only a feast for the eyes but also a powerhouse of essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.

This easy-to-make salad features three variations to suit your preferences. The Classic Cucumber Tomato Salad is a simple yet satisfying dish that highlights the natural flavors of the fresh vegetables. The Cucumber Tomato Salad with Feta Cheese adds a creamy and tangy twist to the classic recipe, making it a perfect accompaniment to grilled meats or fish. And for a more substantial meal, the Cucumber Tomato Salad with Quinoa offers a hearty and protein-packed option that's perfect for lunch or dinner.

No matter which variation you choose, you'll be amazed at how quickly this salad comes together. With just a few simple steps and a handful of everyday ingredients, you can have a delicious and refreshing salad ready to enjoy in no time. So, gather your ingredients, grab your cutting board, and let's dive into the recipes for these delightful Cucumber Tomato Surprise Salads!

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CHOPPED CUCUMBER AND TOMATO SALAD

Chopped Cucumber and Tomato Salad image

Here's an easy summer salad that's always a winner. There are many similar chopped salads served throughout the Eastern Mediterranean, but this version with halved sweet cherry tomatoes is especially attractive. Your own take can be a variation on this one: Feel free to use large tomatoes, chop the vegetables as small or large as you like (roughly chopped has its charms), add other herbs like basil, mint or dill, or swap the feta for mozzarella.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories salads and dressings, vegetables, side dish

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 cup diced red onion
2 garlic cloves, smashed to a paste with a little salt
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 roasted peppers, preferably orange or yellow, chopped
3 cups halved cherry tomatoes
3 cups chopped thin-skinned cucumber, such as Persian, skin on, in 1/2-inch cubes
1/2 cup chopped celery hearts, plus leaves
Kosher salt and black pepper
3 tablespoons roughly chopped flat-leaf parsley
4 ounces feta or queso fresco, crumbled (about 1 cup)

Steps:

Put onion, garlic, vinegar and olive oil in a large mixing bowl. Let macerate for 10 minutes.
Add roasted peppers, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers and celery. Season to taste with salt and pepper, and toss well. Let macerate for at least 20 minutes, tossing several times with the dressing. You can also prepare the ingredients in advance, and assemble the salad up to 1 hour before serving.
To serve, toss once more and transfer to a deep platter or wide bowl. Sprinkle with parsley and feta.

TOMATO, ONION, AND CUCUMBER SALAD

Tomato, Onion, and Cucumber Salad image

For a fresh salad standby, try Rachael Ray's Tomato, Onion and Cucumber Salad recipe from 30 Minute Meals on Food Network.

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Time 5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

5 medium plum tomatoes, halved lengthwise, seeded, and thinly sliced
1/4 red onion, peeled, halved lengthwise, and thinly sliced
1 Kirby cucumber, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced
A generous drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil, about 2 tablespoons
2 splashes red wine vinegar
Coarse salt and black pepper

Steps:

Dress the tomatoes, onions, and cucumber with olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper.
Let stand while you prepare dinner, about 20 minutes. Re-toss and serve salad with crusty bread for mopping up juices and oil.

MARINATED CUCUMBER, ONION, AND TOMATO SALAD

Marinated Cucumber, Onion, and Tomato Salad image

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

Ingredients

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

CUCUMBER AND TOMATO SALAD

Cucumber and Tomato Salad image

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories side-dish

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

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.

GREAT GREAT AUNT JESSIE'S 1940'S TOMATO SURPRISE SALAD

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Great great aunt Jessie copied this one from a paper dated August 18, 1949. It sounds interesting and I may try it on a really hot day when cooking over a stove is not on my top ten "fun things to do" list.

Provided by TMoney

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

6 tomatoes
3/4 cup cucumber, diced
1/2 cup cooked chicken, diced
1/4 cup nuts, chopped
1/4 cup mayonnaise
lettuce
parsley
cauliflower, buds

Steps:

Scald, peel and chill tomatoes.
Carefully scoop out the inside out of the tomatoes.
Remove the seeds from the pulp and chill all ingredients.
When ready to serve mix chicken, cucumber, tomato pulp and nuts with the mayo.
Add salt if needed.
Fill tomatoes and arrange on lettuce leaves.
Garnish with parsley and cauliflower buds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115.7, Fat 7.2, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 11.3, Sodium 123, Carbohydrate 9.1, Fiber 2, Sugar 4.3, Protein 5.2

CREAMY CUCUMBER AND TOMATO SALAD

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This is a recipe my Grammy made since before I was born and has been a hit in my family just as long. It's super easy, and fresh garden veggies make it even tastier!

Provided by Allison

Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Cucumber Salad Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

2 cucumbers, sliced
2 tomatoes, sliced
¼ onion, chopped
1 cup creamy salad dressing (such as Miracle Whip®), or more to taste
2 tablespoons white sugar, or to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

Combine cucumbers, tomatoes, onion, creamy salad dressing, sugar, salt, and black pepper in a salad bowl. If salad seems too sweet, add more salad dressing; if too tart, add more sugar. Chill before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244.3 calories, Carbohydrate 23.6 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 16.3 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 507.1 mg, Sugar 19.1 g

Tips:

Choose fresh, ripe cucumbers and tomatoes for the best flavor.
Use a variety of colors of tomatoes for a more visually appealing salad.
If you don't have fresh herbs, you can use dried herbs instead. Just use half the amount of dried herbs as you would fresh herbs.
Feel free to add other vegetables to the salad, such as bell peppers, onions, or zucchini.
If you want a more substantial salad, you can add some cooked chicken or fish.
Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later.

Conclusion:

Cucumber Tomato Surprise Salad is a refreshing, healthy, and delicious salad that is perfect for summer. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a light and refreshing salad, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed!