Citrus-Ginger Vinaigrette Salad with Heirloom Tomatoes and Cucumber

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-16 · Updated 2026-04-16

A vibrant salad featuring a zesty ginger-citrus dressing that complements the sweet crunch of heirloom tomatoes and cool cucumber slices. This american-inspired salads ready in about 15 minutes pairs heirloom tomatoes, cucumber, red onion into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 cups, chopped heirloom tomatoes
• 1 large, thinly sliced cucumber
• 1/4 cup, thinly sliced red onion
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh mint leaves
• 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tbsp, grated fresh ginger
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 1 tsp honey
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/8 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, 1 tbsp fresh ginger, 1 tbsp lime juice, 1 tsp honey, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper until emulsified.
2. Step 2: In a large bowl, combine 2 cups heirloom tomatoes, 1 large cucumber (thinly sliced), 1/4 cup red onion (thinly sliced), and 2 tbsp fresh mint (chopped).
3. Step 3: Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently until all ingredients are evenly coated and the dressing is distributed.