Tangy Tomato and Cucumber Salad with Apple Cider Vinegar

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-20 · Updated 2026-04-20

A refreshing summer salad with ripe tomatoes, cucumber, and a zesty apple cider vinegar dressing that balances sweet and tart notes. This american-inspired salads ready in about 15 minutes pairs 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 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

• 2 cups Tomatoes
• 1 cup Cucumber
• 1/4 cup Red onion
• 2 tbsp Apple cider vinegar
• 1 tsp Maple syrup
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 tsp Dill
• 1/4 tsp Salt
• 1/8 tsp Black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: Whisk 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tsp maple syrup, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper in a small bowl until combined.
2. Step 2: Dice 2 cups tomatoes, 1 cup cucumber, and 1/4 cup red onion into uniform 1/2-inch pieces.
3. Step 3: Toss the diced vegetables with the dressing until evenly coated, then sprinkle with 1 tsp chopped fresh dill and chill for 15 minutes before serving.