Quick Italian Cucumber Salad Recipe
This Refreshing Italian Cucumber Salad is a vibrant, no-cook side dish that delivers a perfect balance of crisp texture and bright, tangy flavor. It’s my go-to summer staple, perfected through countless tests to ensure the dressing clings perfectly to every vegetable. You’ll love how this simple recipe transforms a few fresh ingredients into a truly memorable salad.
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Ingredients
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- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/8 teaspoon granulated sugar (or cane sugar)
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
- 1 small red onion, finely diced
- 2 medium ripe tomatoes, diced into 1/2 inch pieces
- 1 english cucumber, diced into 1/2 inch pieces
- 4–5 fresh basil leaves, chopped