Cucumber-Tomato Salad with Lemon-Yogurt Dressing

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-01 · Updated 2026-04-01

A refreshing, herb-packed salad with juicy cucumbers and tomatoes, dressed in a zesty lemon-yogurt sauce for a light, healthy side. This mediterranean-inspired salads (vegetarian, mediterranean) ready in about 15 minutes pairs Cucumber, Cherry tomatoes, 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 80 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

• 1 medium (150g), peeled and diced Cucumber
• 1 cup (150g), halved Cherry tomatoes
• 1/4 cup (30g), finely diced Red onion
• 2 tbsp, chopped Fresh mint
• 1/4 cup (60g) Plain yogurt
• 1/2, juiced Lemon
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• 1/2 tsp Dried oregano
• 1/4 tsp Salt
• 1/8 tsp Black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup diced cucumber, 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes, and 1/4 cup finely diced red onion.
2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup plain yogurt, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp dried oregano, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper until smooth and creamy.
3. Step 3: Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss gently until evenly coated.
4. Step 4: Stir in 2 tbsp chopped fresh mint, then let sit for 15 minutes at room temperature to allow flavors to meld before serving.