Tomato and Cucumber Salad with Mint Vinaigrette
A refreshing salad combining juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and a zesty mint vinaigrette for a garden-fresh twist. This mediterranean-inspired quick meals ready in about 15 minutes pairs diced large tomatoes, diced cucumber, finely chopped red onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 120 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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
- 4, diced large tomatoes
- 1, diced cucumber
- 1/4 cup, finely chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup, chopped fresh mint
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tsp honey
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, combine diced tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and fresh mint. Toss gently to mix.
- Step 2: In a small jar, whisk together 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp red wine vinegar, 1 tsp honey, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until emulsified.
- Step 3: Pour dressing over the salad and toss until evenly coated. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Tomato and Cucumber Salad with Mint Vinaigrette take to make?
Total time is about 15 minutes (10 min prep + 5 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 Tomato and Cucumber Salad with Mint Vinaigrette?
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 diced large tomatoes from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Tomato and Cucumber Salad with Mint Vinaigrette?
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 Tomato and Cucumber Salad with Mint Vinaigrette 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 Tomato and Cucumber Salad with Mint Vinaigrette?
Mediterranean quick meals 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
- ★★★★☆
Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
- ★★★☆☆
It was fine. Came out a bit bland for my taste.
- ★★☆☆☆
Followed exactly and it was underwhelming. Maybe my expectations were too high.
