Creamy Cucumber, Cherry Tomato, & Herb Salad with Apple Cider Vinaigrette Recipe

This creamy cucumber, cherry tomato, and herb salad with cider vinaigrette are both tasty and versatile. This salad would be excellent at a summer gathering and as a fresh-pick-me up for the winter months. When I made this recipe, we enjoyed our salad over a bed of mixed greens for a flavorful side. Also, this would be great the next day if you were to have any leftovers. And who doesn’t like leftovers? This would be wonderful paired with pasta or a nice protein for a fresh and flavorful lunch as well.

The Recipe

I would like to thank Samuel Joubert and his team at LE COUPE DE GRÂCE who inspired the recipe for this delicious salad. Give this a try, I think you will enjoy the balance of the freshness of the veggies and herbs combined with the tangy creaminess of the vinaigrette.

The Ingredients

Ingredients for the Vinaigrette:

1/4 Cup Mayonnaise
Zest of 1/2 Lemon
2 Tablespoons Apple Cider
Salt and Pepper to Taste

Ingredients for the Salad:

3 Cups Diced Cucumber
1 Pint Cherry Tomatoes, Cut in Half or Quarters
1/4 Cup Fresh Parsley Chopped Very Finely
1/4 Cup Mint Chopped Very Finely
2 Tablespoons Chopped Fresh Chives
Salt and Pepper to Taste

Step-by-Step Instructions

Making the Vinaigrette

In a medium bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, lemon zest, apple cider, and then add salt and pepper to taste.

Combine the Salad Ingredients

Chop tomatoes and dice the cucumbers. Next, chop the parsley, mint, and chives.

Making the Salad

Pour the vinaigrette over the vegetables and mix. Add salt and pepper to taste. Place the salad in the fridge for thirty minutes and let all the flavors meld. Then serve!