Greek Tomato and Cucumber Salad

A few years ago, I came across this tomato and cucumber salad recipe in a spice catalog and decided to give it a try. Greek Seasoning was new to me at that time, but now I use it regularly. Summer is a perfect time to make salads using tomatoes and cucumbers from the farmers market or maybe right out of your own home garden. The flavors in this salad aren't overly strong and the salad will keep in the refrigerator for a few days, just drain off some of the marinade as the tomatoes and cucumbers will release moisture. The main dish salad seen in this photo is Tuna Macaroni Salad which was posted on 5/27/2014. I'll post the carrot salad recipe tomorrow. Blessings...

Recipe:

5 small tomatoes
1 cucumber
1 small red onion, 1/2 cup (I have used other kinds with good results)
1 tbsp. Greek Seasoning
1 tbsp. water
1/4 cup olive oil
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper

1. Mix the Greek Seasoning with the water in a small bowl and let stand for 5 minutes.
2. Wash the tomatoes and remove the stems. Cut into wedges and place in a serving bowl.
3. Peel the cucumber and cut into 1/4" thick slices, cut slices in half and add to the bowl. Peel the onion and chop; add to the bowl.
4. Whisk the remaining dressing ingredients into the Greek Seasoning and water until well blended. Stir dressing into salad, cover and chill for a few hours. The longer you marinate the vegetables the better the flavor.

Yield: 4 - 6 servings
Note: A can of small white beans, rinsed and drained, added to the salad makes a good lunch salad.