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Refreshing, low-calorie, fiber-rich
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 serving (medium) of Tomato, Cucumber & Onion Salad (120 g) has 34 calories. That works out to 28 calories per 100 g. It contains 6.4 g of carbs, 1.3 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 384 µg of Vitamin A covers 43% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 20 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Tomato, Cucumber & Onion Salad combines ripe tomato, crisp cucumber and thinly sliced onion. It is a simple salad found across Mediterranean and Middle Eastern tables, with versions shaped by local produce and seasoning rather than one single recipe or place of origin.
The juicy tomatoes soften the sharpness of the onion, while cucumber keeps each bite cool and crunchy. It is often served alongside grilled foods, rice or other shared dishes; a little lemon juice, olive oil and salt make an easy dressing. Mostly water, it is light in calories and offers some fibre: a 100 g portion has 28 calories. For a lighter serving, use just a drizzle of oil.
Selected: 100 g
28
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
5.3g
· 2% DV
Protein
1.1g
· 2% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fiber
1.2g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 77% · Protein 16% · Fat 7%
Vitamins
Vitamin A
320µg · 36% DV
Vitamin C
11mg · 12% DV
Vitamin K
12µg · 10% DV
Folate
18µg · 5% DV
Minerals
Potassium ⭐
240mg · 7% DV
Phosphorus
27mg · 4% DV
Magnesium
13mg · 3% DV
Calcium
22mg · 2% DV
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 28 calories in 100 g:
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NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.03g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.04g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
Chop ripe tomatoes, cucumber and onion, then toss them in a bowl with olive oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Add the dressing just before serving so the vegetables stay crisp rather than sitting in their juices.
A simple lemon-and-olive-oil dressing is the classic choice for Tomato, Cucumber & Onion Salad. Red-wine vinegar also works well; start with a small amount so the acidity complements rather than overwhelms the fresh vegetables.
Cut the tomatoes into larger pieces and dress Tomato, Cucumber & Onion Salad shortly before serving. Salting vegetables draws out liquid, so avoid adding salt early and drain excess juice if the tomatoes are especially ripe.
You can chop the cucumber and onion ahead and refrigerate them in a covered container. For the best texture, cut the tomatoes and combine all the ingredients with salt and dressing shortly before serving.
Tomato, Cucumber & Onion Salad is best eaten the day it is made. Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator and use them within a day; the vegetables soften and release liquid as they sit.
Red onion is a popular choice because its color and mild sharpness suit the fresh vegetables. White or yellow onion works too; slice it thinly, and soak it briefly in cold water if you want a milder bite.
No, peeling the cucumber is optional. Wash it well and leave the skin on for extra texture; peel it if the skin is tough or bitter, or remove alternating strips for a softer bite.
Firm, ripe tomatoes that hold their shape work best in Tomato, Cucumber & Onion Salad. Very soft tomatoes can make the bowl watery, so cut them just before serving and avoid overmixing.
Fresh parsley or mint, crumbled feta, olives, or a pinch of sumac are good additions to Tomato, Cucumber & Onion Salad. Add extras sparingly so the tomato, cucumber and onion remain the main flavors.
Serve Tomato, Cucumber & Onion Salad alongside grilled chicken, kebabs, fish, or a hearty grain dish. Its cool, bright flavor pairs especially well with savory foods cooked over a grill.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.