At the YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City, we believe that healthy living is key. That doesn’t just mean a great fitness routine, it also includes healthy meals for the entire family! Grab the kids or your best friend and connect over a delicious meal in honor of National Nutrition Month.
Want a new take on the traditional salad? This recipe from the YMCA of Western North Carolina is sure to be a hit.
Tomato Cucumber Herb Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette
Ingredients:
- 1 pint grape tomatoes, halved
- 1 whole cucumber, sliced in half lengthwise and cut into smaller pieces
- ½ whole red onion, sliced thin
- ½ bunch parsley, chopped
- ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped
- 3 tbsp. balsamic vinegar
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup feta cheese or mozzarella, cubed
- sea salt and pepper, to taste
Directions:
- In a large bowl, combine tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, parsley and basil.
- In a small bowl, mix balsamic vinegar and olive oil.
- Drizzle balsamic vinaigrette over the tomatoes.
- Season with sea salt and pepper to taste and toss until combined.
- Add feta or mozzarella and toss until combined. Refrigerate for a minimum of an hour or up to a day for best flavor.
Check back next Sunday for another recipe!
