{"id":187950,"date":"2018-01-01T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-09-16T00:58:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/origin-www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/italian-tomato-cucumber-salad\/"},"modified":"2024-10-04T16:17:05","modified_gmt":"2024-10-04T21:17:05","slug":"italian-tomato-cucumber-salad","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/italian-tomato-cucumber-salad\/","title":{"rendered":"Cucumber Tomato Salad with Italian Dressing"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>When it comes to fresh and crunchy, this zesty cucumber tomato salad with Italian dressing is like no other, especially when it&#8217;s made in season. Featuring just a few simple ingredients\u2014cucumbers, tomatoes, onions and Italian dressing\u2014this salad can be thrown together on a whim and ready to enjoy within minutes. Because the flavors are versatile, it can be topped with a variety of dressings, so you don&#8217;t have to stick with the Italian dressing, if that&#8217;s not your fave. Make this a few hours in advance for a delightfully chilled, crunchy salad that hits the spot on a warm evening.<\/p>\n<h2>Ingredients for Cucumber Tomato Salad with Italian Dressing<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Cucumbers:\u00a0<\/strong>English, pickling, mini or just any garden-variety <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/cucumber-recipes-to-make-this-summer\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/cucumber-recipes-to-make-this-summer\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">fresh cucumber<\/a> is fine. It&#8217;s up to you if you&#8217;d prefer to leave the skin on or not.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tomato:\u00a0<\/strong>A large, meaty heirloom or a variety of cherry tomatoes would work well in this salad.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Onion:\u00a0<\/strong>A red onion, cut into thin strips, is best.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Italian dressing:\u00a0<\/strong>Use your favorite Italian (or other) dressing, or make your own <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/italian-vinaigrette\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/italian-vinaigrette\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">homemade Italian vinaigrette<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Directions<\/h2>\n<h3>Step 1: Combine the ingredients<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2057016\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Cucumber-Tomato-Salad-with-Italian-Dressing_TOHD24_17509_OrlyCatz_4.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Cucumber Tomato Salad With Italian Dressing Tohd24 17509 Orlycatz 4\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Orly Catz for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>In a large serving bowl, combine the cucumber, tomato and onion.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 2: Dress the salad<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2057013\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Cucumber-Tomato-Salad-with-Italian-Dressing_TOHD24_17509_OrlyCatz_1.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Cucumber Tomato Salad With Italian Dressing Tohd24 17509 Orlycatz 1\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Orly Catz for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Add the dressing, then toss to coat. Serve the salad immediately, or let it chill before serving.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2057015\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Cucumber-Tomato-Salad-with-Italian-Dressing_TOHD24_17509_OrlyCatz_3.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Cucumber Tomato Salad With Italian Dressing Tohd24 17509 Orlycatz 3\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Orly Catz for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Recipe Variations<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Add fresh herbs:\u00a0<\/strong>Minced fresh basil, parsley or cilantro are all good additions to this salad.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Use vinegar: <\/strong>Opt out of Italian dressing, and instead use vinegar for flavor. ACV or red wine vinegar are both lovely options. Add a dash of sugar if you&#8217;d like to cut the tartness of the vinegar.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Toss in some corn: <\/strong>Fresh corn, sliced off the cob, adds an incredible boost in flavor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How to Store Cucumber Tomato Salad with Italian Dressing<\/h2>\n<p>To store any leftovers, simply cover the bowl in plastic wrap and keep it in the fridge. Leftovers last at least a few days, depending on your particular texture preferences (the tomato and cucumber can become mushy after a day or two).<\/p>\n<h3>Can you make cucumber tomato salad ahead of time?<\/h3>\n<p>Because this salad is lovely chilled, it&#8217;s perfectly fine to make it ahead. However, it&#8217;s best to make this just a few hours in advance, as too many days of soaking in the dressing can cause the tomatoes and cucumbers to become mushy and saturated.<\/p>\n<h2>Cucumber Tomato Salad with Italian Dressing Tips<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2057014\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Cucumber-Tomato-Salad-with-Italian-Dressing_TOHD24_17509_OrlyCatz_2.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Cucumber Tomato Salad With Italian Dressing Tohd24 17509 Orlycatz 2\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Orly Catz for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3>How should I prep the tomatoes or cucumbers?<\/h3>\n<p>It&#8217;s up to you if you&#8217;d like to do any prep work for the veggies, other than slicing. Some prefer to de-seed the tomatoes, and some prefer skinless cucumbers. Either way, this salad&#8217;s striking flavor won&#8217;t be altered by how you choose to prep your veggies.<\/p>\n<h3>What other dressings can I use?<\/h3>\n<p>The dressing here is really up to you, including making a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/salads\/salad-dressings\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/salads\/salad-dressings\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">homemade salad dressing<\/a>. If you want to swap out the Italian dressing, use Greek, a favorite vinaigrette, a honey balsamic or any vinegar-based dressing you like. This salad is also good with a creamy Italian dressing for a smoother, less zesty flavor.<\/p>\n<h3>What should I serve with this tomato and cucumber salad with Italian dressing?<\/h3>\n<p>This is an excellent side salad to serve alongside a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/best-hamburger-recipes\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/best-hamburger-recipes\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">juicy burger<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/wings\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/wings\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">chicken wings<\/a> or your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/5-star-grilling-recipes-youve-gotta-try\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/5-star-grilling-recipes-youve-gotta-try\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">favorite grilled foods<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This cucumber tomato salad with Italian dressing is easy to make, and the flavors will wow your taste buds. Make it ahead and let it chill, or make it fresh with veggies right from the garden,\u00c4\u00eeeither way, it&#8217;s a delight that will pair well with meats, poultry or fish.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":8053,"featured_media":2057024,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"ep_exclude_from_search":false},"tags":[304328,307668,305271,304998,305487,304338,304988,305004,303887,306848,305018,304297,304268,305369,304350,324623,306571,303883,305028,307614,305031],"categories-v2":[308984,312488,310644,309216,308945,310796,308992,308935,308951,308478,309603,308959,308308,259483,309377,309001,309177,312458,308476,308974,312574,310591,308975],"coauthors":[343493],"recommended_recipes":[{"post_title":"Cucumber Tomato Salad","post_link":"\/recipes\/balsamic-cucumber-salad\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/EXPS_TOHD24_-85805_DanielleMoore_4.jpg"},{"post_title":"Italian Spaghetti 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Serve the salad immediately, or let it chill before serving.","image":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Cucumber-Tomato-Salad-with-Italian-Dressing_TOHD24_17509_OrlyCatz_1.jpg?fit=700,1024"}],"recipeYield":"4 servings","author":[{"@type":"Person","name":"Tana Baer"}],"nutrition":{"@type":"NutritionInformation","calories":" 93 calories","fatContent":"6g fat (1g saturated fat)","cholesterolContent":"0 cholesterol","sodiumContent":"257mg sodium","carbohydrateContent":"9g carbohydrate (6g sugars","fiberContent":"2g fiber)","proteinContent":"2g protein. <b>Diabetic Exchanges<\/b>: 1 vegetable"},"aggregateRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"AggregateRating","ratingValue":5,"reviewCount":16,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5},"recipeCuisine":"Mediterranean","review":[{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-08-26","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RJa187"},"reviewBody":"I grew up eating this! My family also use to put it on homemade submarines... SO GOOD!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2023-05-31","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Debglass11"},"reviewBody":"<p>Excellent!  I was looking for a quick side dish for a cookout and this was the answer!  It's so incredibly easy and it's delicious.  I used our favorite zesty Italian dressing and it was perfect.   I can see adding fresh herbs and mozzarella pearls to this for a change of pace, but this time I made it exactly as written and we loved it.  I did add a bit more dressing.   I'll be making this all summer!  <\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-07-14","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Joan626"},"reviewBody":"So simple, fresh and delicious!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-10-10","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"LanaKomar"},"reviewBody":"I've been making something similar for years. Fresh and delicious! I add zucchini slices and small chunks of mozzarella cheese, then top with fresh basil when ready to serve. Thank you for a reminder.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2018-09-26","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"annrms"},"reviewBody":"Italian Cucumber Salad  This is a wonderfully refreshing salad.  It's easy to put together.  I've made it several times, and the leftovers are great blended with V-8 for a delicious cold soup.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-11-11","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"gunslinger"},"reviewBody":"Very tasty and a great addition to a meat and potatoes meal or for a picnic if you use the italian dressing!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-08-26","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"FrediBerge"},"reviewBody":"We love this recipe!  So easy, economical and looks great, as well.  I can make it ahead and keep in refrigerator and our guests enjoy it .  I have to peel the cucumber because it causes acid in my tummy. Blue's Mom","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-10-01","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Dawn"},"reviewBody":"I used 1 pint grape tomatoes which I cut in wedges, 1 shallot, thinly sliced, as I did not have a red onion available and 1\/3 to 1\/2 cup of prepared Italian dressing.  I LOVED this recipe!  It's a keeper!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-08-26","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"carlene davis","givenName":"carlene","familyName":"davis"},"reviewBody":"I use to work for a restaurant that made this but they added green peppers to it also. It was always gone at the end of the night. I have made that way for potlucks now and everyone loves it.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-08-26","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"MaryFisher"},"reviewBody":"I made without the onion and was awesome.  Everyone loved it!!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-08-26","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"shelleyd"},"reviewBody":"I make them all the time. However, much better with extra virgin olive oil and a splash of white wine vinegar. Finish with sea salt and fresh ground pepper and a sprinkle of sugar to taste. The dressing is so good and fresh you will want to drink it!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2016-08-24","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"keepinyouinstitches"},"reviewBody":"easy and very flavorful! good way to use an abundance of cucumbers and tomatoes. could try a variety of Italian dressings.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-06-27","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"char04"},"reviewBody":"This is very easy and quick to make.  Great way to use up cucumbers and tomatoes from the garden.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-06-26","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"darlyn29"},"reviewBody":"This is a great go-to salad that is perfect for taking to a pot luck or adding to your own family's meal. Very flavorful for so few ingredients!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2016-07-15","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BobbysChicagoBAbe"},"reviewBody":"This was awesome! Made a triple batch, for a funeral luncheon. Everyone loved it and the pan was empty at the end of the luncheon! Looking forward to make again!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-08-07","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"bettygaier"},"reviewBody":"Quick & Easy ,Fantastic & tastes GREAT","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}}]},"video":{"data":{"status":204},"message":"No shortcode found in recipe"},"rms_legacy_id":"17509","romance_copy_dek":"This cucumber tomato salad with Italian dressing is easy to make, and the flavors will wow your taste buds. 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