Creamy Cucumber Tomato Salad – Fresh, Creamy & So Easy!
This Creamy Cucumber Tomato Salad is a light, refreshing, and delicious side dish that comes together in just 15 minutes. Crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and thinly sliced onions are tossed in a rich and creamy herb dressing that adds the perfect balance of tangy and savory flavor.
It’s the perfect side for grilled chicken, burgers, BBQ, or summer dinners. Cool, creamy, and full of fresh flavor!
Ingredients
Salad
- 3 large ripe tomatoes, diced
- 1 English cucumber, diced
- ½ white onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
Creamy Dressing
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons sour cream
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- ½ teaspoon sugar
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon seasoned salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables
Dice the tomatoes and cucumber into bite-sized pieces. Thinly slice the white onion. - Combine the salad ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, add the diced tomatoes, cucumber, sliced onion, parsley, dill, and basil. - Make the creamy dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, apple cider vinegar, sugar, garlic powder, seasoned salt, and black pepper until smooth. - Toss the salad
Pour the dressing over the vegetables and gently toss everything together until evenly coated. - Chill (optional but recommended)
For the best flavor, refrigerate the salad for 10–15 minutes before serving. - Serve and enjoy
Garnish with extra fresh herbs if desired and serve chilled.
Tips
- For extra crunch, add sliced radishes or celery.
- If you prefer a lighter dressing, substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream.
- Best enjoyed fresh the same day.