Tomato, Cucumber and Red Onion Salad with Mint Recipe
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Tomato, Cucumber and Red Onion Salad with Mint

By: Alison 
"Refreshing light summer salad."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.5 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (126)

Prep Time:
15 Min
Ready In:
1 Hr 15 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 6 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 2 large cucumbers - halved lengthwise, seeded and sliced
  • 1/3 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3 large tomatoes, seeded and coarsely chopped
  • 2/3 cup coarsely chopped red onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, toss together the cucumbers, vinegar, sugar and salt. Let stand at room temperature for an hour, stirring occasionally.
  2. Add tomatoes, onion, mint and oil to cucumbers and toss to blend. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 110 | Total Fat: 7.1g | Cholesterol: 0mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 27, 2011 by SFARNS303 Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
This was a great snack while passing the time BBQ-ing with friends! Followed directions, but...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 23, 2003 by GINAH1   view full review
I've been making this salad (without the mint) for years-the mint was a new twist to the...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 22, 2003 by KIMAR   view full review
The mint is an enjoyable change from basil or oregano, which are typically used in salads of...
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 18, 2005 by shineah   view full review
I made this salad for a big group of friends and nobody, including myself, liked it that much....
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 28, 2006 by SQUIRTATTA   view full review
I didn't have mint, but it's fine without it. I would prepare the salad right before serving...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 24, 2003 by DEETSMOM   view full review
Perfect summer side dish, would be great at a barbeque. Found it to be a little too much...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 4, 2005 by MIRVING524   view full review
I try to serve salads four or five times a week and get stuck in a real rut. This was not only...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 30, 2005 by CHEFWANDA   view full review
I made it but did not have any mint so I omitted it. I still thought it was great
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 5, 2003 by JEKURS   view full review
I didn't use fresh mint leaves because I didn't have any but did use dried mint. We liked...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 13, 2003 by DANSERBEE   view full review
The whole family LOVED this side-dish! My toddler asked for seconds five times...so I guess he...

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