(Quick, Crisp, and Cool) Cucumber, Tomato, and Onion Salad

STORY

I am always looking for a quick side dish that will balance rich, spicy dishes. This cucumber, tomato, and onion salad, is crisp, cool and tangy, but also has sweet overtones that off-set even the most fiery of cuisine. It’s also perfect for a quick mid-day snack.

RECIPE

• Prep Time: 5 – 10 minutes
• Total Time: 5 – 10 minutes

TOOLS

• 1 8-inch chef knife
• 1 large cutting board
• 1 medium-sized bowl
• 1 small spoon for mixing

INGREDIENTS

1 tomato (plum or vine-ripe, diced with seeds removed
1/2 cucumber, diced with seeds removed
1/2 red onion, peeled and diced
1 handful of chopped cilantro
1/2 tbsp of coriander seeds
1 tbsp of red wine vinegar
1/4 tsp of fresh ground pepper
Salt to taste

METHOD

1. In a bowl combine 1 diced tomato, 1/2 diced cucumber, 1/2 diced red onion, 1 handful of chopped cilantro, 1/2 tbsp of coriander seeds, 1 tbsp of red wine vinegar, and fresh ground pepper.
2. Mix together and add salt to taste.

(Photo Credit: Matthew G. Piccolo)