Cucumber-Tomato Salad

Salad Ingredients:

• ▢1 pint grape tomatoes – sliced in half
• ▢1 English cucumber – sliced
• ▢½ medium red onion – thinly sliced

Dressing Ingredients:

• ▢½ cup olive oil
• ▢¼ cup balsamic vinegar
• ▢1 tablespoon lemon juice
• ▢1 teaspoon sugar
• ▢1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• ▢1 tablespoon minced garlic
• ▢1 teaspoon kosher salt
• ▢½ teaspoon cracked pepper

Instructions:

• Place tomatoes, cucumbers and onions in a large bowl, set aside.
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  In a mixing cup or small bowl, add olive oil, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, sugar, Italian seasoning, garlic, salt and pepper. Using a whisk, blend until well mixed. Pour dressing over tomatoes, cucumbers and onions. Toss salad. 

Optional Additions (not for cooking class)

This tomato cucumber salad recipe lends itself to all kinds of yummy ingredient additions.

• Vegetables – avocado, red or green bell pepper, celery, grilled corn, or green beans.
• Cheese – Feta cheese or shredded Parmesan cheese.
• Dried or Fresh Herbs – fresh dill, parsley, basil, or dried oregano and thyme are all great choices.
• Proteins – grilled chicken or salmon are all delicious in this salad.