Its a well-known fact that tomato and cucumber are a perfect pair!
The delicious combination is bright, juicy and so refreshing.
These tasty recipes have won the hearts of EatingWell fans, having earned four stars or higher.
Andrea Mathis
Try adding in some fresh herbs or feta cheese for a little added flavor.
Choose a fairly firm avocado so it holds its shape in the salad.
Tomato Salad with Lemon-Basil Vinaigrette
Seek out several varieties of heirloom tomatoes for this simple salad.
Andrea Mathis
Sweeter and juicier than conventional tomatoes, they add the perfect pop of color.
It’s the perfect make-ahead side dish to bring on a picnic or take to a potluck.
Or pack it for lunch or enjoy it as a light dinner.
Baked Falafel Sandwiches
This street-style falafel sandwich is herbaceous, tangy and rich.
The falafel gets nice and crispy in the oven while the veggies inside keep it simple and fresh.
Make the tahini sauce (see Associated Recipes) ahead of time for easy prep.
Photographer: Brie Passano, Food Stylist: Sammy Mila
Cucumber Pasta Salad
This light and tangy cucumber pasta salad is fresh and bright.
This easy salad is perfect for a warm day or to serve as a lunch dish for company!
For a fruitier flavor, try cider vinegar in place of the distilled white vinegar.
Chopped Cucumber & Tomato Salad with Lemon
It doesn’t get easier than a cucumber-and-tomato summer salad!
Fresh cucumber and juicy ripe tomatoes are all you gotta really make this salad shine.
Marinating cucumbers and tomatoes in vinegar with a touch of lemon zest infuses the dish with tangy citrus flavor.
The extra dressing is delicious served with grilled vegetables.
The key to any flavorful gazpacho is giving it time to rest.
The flavors meld and become cohesive when the soup is allowed to sit a bit before serving.
Serve with grilled chicken, steak, mushrooms or tofu.
Fresh basil elevates an easy vinaigrette recipe that dresses up this simple salad into something extraordinary.
Tomato-Cucumber Salad with Dill
This refreshing tomato-cucumber salad is commonly served all summer long in Ukraine.
Since it’s such a simple recipe, the freshest, ripest vegetables really make it shine.
Greg DuPree
Jennifer Causey
Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Annie Probst
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