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summer food recipes

summer food recipes: 5 Refreshing Dishes to Enjoy Today

Refreshing summer food recipes for light meals.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups of fresh tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1 red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1/4 cup of fresh basil, chopped
  • 1/4 cup of olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Combine tomatoes, cucumber, onion, and bell pepper in a large bowl.
  2. Add fresh basil and mix well.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Chill in the fridge for 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Use ripe tomatoes for best flavor.
  • Adjust seasoning according to your preference.
  • This salad can be made a few hours in advance.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Cold preparation
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Vegan

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 10mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: summer food recipes