Easy Roma Tomato and Cucumber Salad (Dairy free)
This easy Roma tomato and cucumber salad is one of those simple sides I make all the time, especially during the summer. It is fresh, light, budget-friendly, and comes together in just a few minutes with ingredients I almost always already have at home.
As a food allergy mom, I love simple recipes like this that are naturally dairy-free without needing any substitutions. It is also made with simple whole food ingredients, which I always appreciate when I want something fresh and easy to serve my family.
My boys have always loved cucumbers and tomatoes, so this is one of those easy sides I know will actually get eaten.
This goes perfectly alongside grilled chicken, steak, or honestly any easy dinner when you want something fresh on the table.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Quick and easy
- Made with simple ingredients
- Naturally dairy-free
- Budget-friendly
- Perfect summer side dish
- Kid-approved
- Pairs well with chicken or beef
Ingredients
- 4 Roma tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 1/4 white onion, thinly sliced
- Juice of 1–2 limes or lemons (whatever you have on hand)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons of red wine vinegar
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Garlic powder, to taste
- Dried oregano, to taste
Instructions
Step 1: Prep Your Veggies
Wash and chop your Roma tomatoes into bite-sized pieces.
Wash and slice your cucumber.
Thinly slice your white onion.
Step 2: Assemble The Salad
Add the tomatoes, cucumber, and onion to a large mixing bowl.
Squeeze fresh lime or lemon juice over the top.
Add the olive oil, a splash of red wine vinegar, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and dried oregano.
Step 3: Toss + Serve
Toss everything together until well combined.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve immediately or let it chill in the fridge for a bit before serving for even better flavor.
Tips
- Lemon works great if you do not have limes
- Add avocado for extra creaminess
- TajÃn would be delicious if you want a little extra flavor
- Best served cold
- Great for meal prep
What To Serve It With
This salad goes great with:
- Grilled chicken
- Steak
- Burgers
- Carne asada
- BBQ dinners
