CALIFORNIA SALAD (TOMATO, CUCUMBER AND ONIONS)

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Simple, refreshing and delicious! Juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers and crunchy onion combine with Miracle Whip to make an unbelievably delicious salad! You will be surprised and delighted...the juice from the tomatoes combines so well with the Miracle Whip, you'll never know that Miracle Whip is in it once the flavors have combined. You may be tempted to add something to it, it seems too simple to be good, but try it like this first, I guarantee you'll like it! I make it often for potlucks and BBQ's and people are always amazed at the simplicity of this recipe. Family legend is that relatives from California always made this salad and so it was dubbed 'California Salad'. Can easily be made low/non-fat, but I prefer the regular version. It is also great as a 'relish' on grilled meats, especially brats. This is also a very 'forgiving' recipe...I never measure anything, just throw it together. Just remember the veggie ratio is 1:1:1 and you'll do fine! **Unless you live in a warm climate and can grow or get locally grown tomatoes all year long, don't bother making this in the winter! Fresh, ripe juicy tomatoes are the key to making this salad** Easily doubled or tripled, but yield will vary depending on size of the vegetables. "Cooking time" is refrigerator time!

Provided by The Frugal Cheflady

Categories     Onions

Time 30m

Yield 4 cups, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 red ripe tomato
1 cucumber, peeled and seeded
1 onion
1 -2 tablespoon Miracle Whip (just enough to lightly coat all the veggies, DON'T use mayonnaise)
1/4 teaspoon salt (to taste)
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • Dice or chop tomato, cucumber and onion.
  • In mixing bowl, combine vegetables, Miracle Whip, salt and pepper, mixing well until all pieces are coated.
  • Refrigerate at least 20 minutes to allow flavors to blend.

Lacey-Jayne Young
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This salad is a staple in my summer menu. It's always a refreshing and delicious way to enjoy fresh vegetables.


Senay Mekonnen
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up fresh summer produce.


Rudolf Tigere
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I highly recommend it!


Ashwariya Shah
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I made this salad for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Ryan Watton
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This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Md. Asif Hasan
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I love this salad! It's so simple, but the flavors are amazing.


Arsalan Rafiq
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This salad is a staple in my summer menu. It's always a refreshing and delicious way to enjoy fresh vegetables.


Yassin Waleed
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up fresh summer produce.


Jamal lodhi
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I highly recommend it!


Aimal khan_7
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I made this salad for my family and they loved it! Even my picky kids ate it all up.


Ronnie promise K
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This salad is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck. It's light and refreshing, and everyone will love it.


Sk Nayeem Khan 50
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This salad is so versatile. I've used different types of tomatoes and cucumbers, and I've even added some grilled chicken or shrimp.


jawad JA
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I added some avocado to my salad and it was delicious! It gave the salad a creamy texture and a little extra flavor.


Nathalie love you Sanchez
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I've made this salad many times and it's always a hit. It's simple and easy to make, and everyone loves it.


Taufeeq Kalwar
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This salad was incredibly refreshing and flavorful! I loved the combination of tomatoes, cucumbers, and onions, and the dressing was the perfect finishing touch.