Herb-Infused Tomato & Cucumber Salad
A refreshing summer salad featuring juicy heirloom tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and a vibrant herb vinaigrette that highlights the garden-fresh flavors from your local market. This mediterranean-inspired salads ready in about 15 minutes pairs heirloom tomatoes, medium cucumber, fresh basil 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 110 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 heirloom tomatoes
- 1 medium cucumber
- 1/4 cup fresh basil
- 2 tbsp fresh dill
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- pinch black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Dice heirloom tomatoes into 1-inch cubes and thinly slice cucumber into half-moons. Combine in a large bowl.
- Step 2: Finely chop 1/4 cup fresh basil and 2 tbsp fresh dill, then whisk with 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp red wine vinegar, 1/4 tsp sea salt, and a pinch of black pepper until emulsified.
- Step 3: Pour dressing over tomatoes and cucumbers, tossing gently until evenly coated. Refrigerate for 15 minutes to let flavors meld before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Herb-Infused Tomato & Cucumber Salad take to make?
Total time is about 15 minutes (15 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Herb-Infused Tomato & Cucumber Salad?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep heirloom tomatoes from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Herb-Infused Tomato & Cucumber Salad?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Herb-Infused Tomato & Cucumber Salad for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Herb-Infused Tomato & Cucumber Salad?
Mediterranean salads like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Made with what I had on hand and it still came out great.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
- ★★★☆☆
Not bad. Would need significant modifications to make it a regular.
